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Authorities in Shreveport, Louisiana, are searching for a man wanted in connection with a break-in and threat incident at Centenary College. The incident occurred early Friday morning, October 2, 2026, inside Hardin Hall, a residence hall on the college campus. According to the Centenary College Department of Public Safety and the Shreveport Police Department, the suspect entered the building and threatened students. Police officers responded to the scene within three minutes of the initial call, which originated around 2:25 a.m. The college immediately activated its emergency notification system, sending text messages to students, faculty, and staff just after 3:00 a.m. to alert them of the threat. A K-9 unit was deployed approximately an hour later to track the suspect through the Rutherford area, but no arrests were made, and nothing was found during the search. No formal police report was filed, and officials confirmed that no injuries were sustained. The investigation remains ongoing, and the suspect remains at large. Centenary College President Christopher Holoman emphasized that student safety is the top priority and stated that the college is providing support to those involved. He noted that such crimes are extremely rare on campus and that security recordings are being reviewed to determine how the intruder gained access to the locked building. The college is grateful that no one was hurt and commends the rapid response of its public safety team. Anyone with information regarding the suspect’s identity or location is urged to contact the Centenary College Department of Public Safety at 318-207-0007 or the Shreveport Police Department. The public is asked to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity to help bring the individual into custody.
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