On July 8, the Ascension Parish Sheriff’s Office received a theft complaint from a local chemical plant where approximately 12 pallets of black fencing were stolen from an open lay down yard, according to Sheriff Jeff Wiley.

According to the complainant, approximately 162 new 8×8 Ameristar Fence sections, along with several 3x3x11 posts with an estimated value over $70,000, were stolen between June 2 and July 8.

Anyone with information on this case is urged to contact the Ascension Parish Sheriff’s Office at 225- 621-INFO (4636) or by texting 847411 to our anonymous tip line from any cellular device or Crime Stoppers at 225-344-STOP(7867). To be eligible for a cash reward, you must contact Crime Stoppers immediately