Sheriff's office investigating early morning theft near Erwinville/Port Allen

WEST BATON ROUGE PARISH — The West Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff's Office is investigating the theft of a dump trailer that was stolen early Friday morning from the Highway 190 corridor in the Erwinville/Port Allen area.

Incident Details

The theft occurred in the early morning hours along Highway 190 between Erwinville and Port Allen. The stolen trailer was taken by suspects driving a vehicle without license plates.

The trailer's owner, Samantha Scioneaux Moses, has filed a report with the West Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff's Office and is asking the community for assistance in locating the stolen equipment.

The stolen trailer is described as a black 14-foot Maxx-D dump trailer with one side board. The trailer was brand new at the time of the theft.

Vehicle Description

Authorities are seeking information about a vehicle without license plates that was used in the theft. Anyone who recognizes the vehicle or has information about its whereabouts is encouraged to contact law enforcement.

Community Assistance Requested

The victim is asking residents to be on the lookout for the stolen dump trailer and the vehicle used in the theft. Construction equipment theft has become an increasing concern for contractors and business owners throughout the region.

How to Report Information

Anyone with information about this theft or who spots the stolen trailer is urged to contact the West Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff's Office at (225) 389-2302.

Anonymous tips can also be submitted through Crime Stoppers or the Sheriff's Office tip line.

Investigation Status

The Sheriff's Office has confirmed they are investigating the case. No arrests have been announced at this time.

This type of equipment theft often targets construction and landscaping businesses, with stolen trailers sometimes transported out of the immediate area quickly after the theft.

This is a developing story. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact WBRSO immediately.

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