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RPD seeks robbery suspect

Monday, May 1, 2023
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If you have information regarding this man, the Ruston Police Department advises you to call them at 318-255-1111.


Ruston police are asking for the public’s help in locating a man who took money from a cash register at the USA Travel Plaza on Farmerville Highway last week.

The incident occurred at approximately 2:03 a.m. Wednesday.

Security camera video confirmed the suspect jumped on the counter and removed money from the register shortly after the clerk opened it for a purchase, RPD Deputy Chief Chad Hamlin said in a press release issued Monday afternoon.

The suspect is a Black male, approximately 5' 8" tall, with a low haircut and was wearing a mask over his mouth during the incident. He was seen getting into a small black car that headed north on Farmerville Highway.

Anyone with information on the suspect or the case is asked to call the Ruston Police Department at 318-255-1111. A tip may also be submitted online at rustonlincolncrimestoppers.com., or text “TIP515” to Crimes (274637) to send a text message.

Tipsters remain anonymous and are eligible to receive a cash reward for information up to $5,000.

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