Shreveport, La. – The Caddo Parish Sheriff’s Office launched an intensive search Monday night after 24‑year‑old Tre'veon Jackson escaped custody while being transferred from Ochsner LSU Health. The incident occurred at approximately 10:15 p.m. in the 1500 block of Kings Highway, just outside the hospital.
According to the sheriff’s office, Deputy name withheld was preparing to place Jackson into a transport van bound for the Caddo Correctional Center when the suspect broke free and fled on foot. The deputy gave chase, but Jackson managed to evade capture.
Law‑enforcement response
Multiple agencies have joined the effort, including the Shreveport Police Department, LSU Medical Center Police, the DeSoto Parish Sheriff’s Office Air Patrol, and additional deputies from the Caddo Parish Sheriff’s Office. Officers are canvassing the surrounding neighborhoods, reviewing surveillance footage, and conducting aerial sweeps.
Jackson was last seen wearing a white shirt, green shorts, and white shoes, with tight braids in his hair. He is considered armed and dangerous due to the serious charges he faces. The public is advised not to approach him under any circumstances.
How the community can help
Anyone who sees Jackson or has information about his whereabouts should immediately call 911. Callers are asked to provide the suspect’s location, direction of travel, and any other relevant details. Tips can also be submitted to the Caddo Parish Sheriff’s Office at 318‑675‑2170 or to Caddo/Shreveport Crime Stoppers at 318‑673‑7373.
The sheriff’s office emphasized that the search remains active and that updates will be released as new information becomes available. Residents are encouraged to stay alert, keep doors locked, and report any suspicious activity promptly.
Background
Jackson is being held on serious charges, though the specific offenses were not disclosed in the initial release. The Caddo Correctional Center, where he was slated to be transferred, is the primary detention facility for the parish.
This incident underscores the importance of coordinated law‑enforcement efforts in protecting public safety. The combined resources of local police, hospital security, and regional air patrol units demonstrate a unified response to a potentially dangerous situation.
Authorities continue to urge the public to remain vigilant and to cooperate fully with law‑enforcement officials as the search progresses.
Original reporting: KTBS 3 (Shreveport) — read the source article.
