Washington Parish Sheriff's Office Seeks Public Assistance in Retail Theft Investigations

Detectives with the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office have been diligently investigating a series of retail thefts that have taken place at various Dollar General stores throughout the Washington Parish area during the months of August and September 2023.

The investigations have revealed a pattern where several different suspects entered different Dollar
General establishments at separate times and openly loaded their shopping carts with merchandise before exiting the premises without making any attempt to pay for the stolen items. In most instances, the suspects have been observed fleeing the scene in an older model Nissan Altima, which is tan in color.

The Washington Parish Sheriff's Office is actively pursuing leads in these cases and is committed to bringing those responsible to justice. At this time, there are several ongoing cases related to these thefts. However, significant progress has been made, resulting in the identification of two suspects against whom warrants have been issued.

The identified suspects are as follows:

• Adaryl Dashawn Bickham (DOB 07/13/1994), a resident of the Franklinton, Louisiana area.
• Tyrais Robinson (DOB 03/12/1996), also a resident of the Franklinton, Louisiana area.

Detective Walker, a seasoned investigator with the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office, is leading the effort to locate and apprehend these individuals. Detective Walker can be reached via email at rwalker@wpso.la.gov or by phone at 985-839-3434. The Sheriff's Office urges anyone with information regarding the whereabouts of Adaryl Dashawn Bickham and Tyrais Robinson to come forward and assist in the ongoing investigation.

Sheriff Randy “Country” Seal emphasizes the importance of community involvement in solving these cases, stating, "We greatly appreciate the assistance of the community in our efforts to apprehend these individuals and bring an end to these thefts. We are committed to ensuring the safety and security of our local businesses, and with the public's cooperation, we can achieve this goal."

Members of the public who have any information pertaining to the whereabouts of Adaryl Dashawn Bickham and Tyrais Robinson or any additional details related to these retail thefts are encouraged to contact Detective Walker immediately. Your cooperation can make a significant difference in resolving these cases and preventing further criminal activity.

The Washington Parish Sheriff's Office extends its gratitude to the community for its ongoing support and cooperation in maintaining a safe and secure environment for all residents and businesses within the Washington Parish area.