A 38-year-old supervising officer was walking along 6th Avenue near St. George's Savannah in Barataria around 9:50 p.m. on February 25, 2026, when two men attempted to steal his cellphone. The officer managed to retrieve his phone and flagged down a passing patrol vehicle for assistance. WPC Sequea apprehended one suspect on the spot, while PC Quan chased and detained the second suspect at the corner of 5th Avenue and 6th Street. Both suspects, aged 26 and 25 from Morvant, were taken to Barataria Police Station for further investigation.
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This is the 5th robbery reported in San Juan in 2026.
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Active Safety Alert — San Juan
Active Awareness Zone: This area has high reports of 'distraction' incidents. We recommend keeping mobile devices tucked away and avoiding the use of headphones while walking to remain fully alert.
High Community Guardianship: Residents in this area are historically proactive about reporting suspicious activity early.
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