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APD Investigating Early Morning Burglary of Gun Shop

Alexandria, La. (Nov. 29, 2022) – Alexandria Police detectives are investigating the burglary of a gun shop on Jackson Street that occurred early this morning in which a vehicle was crashed into the building.

At approximately 6:50 a.m., officers were dispatched to the 3900 block of Jackson Street in reference to a vehicle that had been driven into the front of a business specializing in firearms sales. Initial investigation determined the vehicle, a 2017 Infinity Q80 SUV, had previously been reported as stolen. The suspect drove the vehicle into the business and then made entry, stealing a number of firearms.

If anyone has any information about this incident, or any other crimes in the Alexandria area, please contact the Alexandria Police Detective Division at (318) 441-6460, or APD Dispatch at (318) 441-6559.

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