Five men were arrested Tuesday in Evangeline Parish following an armed robbery in the Mamou area
Deputies say it happened on February 16 while two men were attempting to puchase a four-wheeler at a location on Greenwood Road near Tiger Lane.
The victims allegedly told deputies that they arrived at the location and were met by four men who robbed them at gunpoint.
After fleeing the scene, deputies say the victims notified the sheriff's office of the incident.
A vehicle matching the description of the one used by the suspects was later located at a residence on Jamie Street in Mamou.
Four men at the residence were taken into custody in connection with the armed robbery.
Four handguns were also allegedly recovered at the home along with stolen U.S. currency.
Deputies say a search warrant was obtained for the residence and illegal narcotics and a stolen handgun were also found.
The following people were booked as a result of the investigation:
19-year-old Keon Alfay Lebleu
Armed Robbery, Possession of a firearm in the presence of CDS, Possession of Marijuana, Possession of drug paraphernalia, outstanding warrant.
21-year-old Devontae Wilson
Armed Robbery, Aggravated assault with a firearm, Illegal carry/ discharging of a weapon
40-year-old Jamie Adam Lebleu
Possession with intent to distribute marijuana, Possession of Suboxone, Possession of a stolen firearm, Possession of a firearm in presence of CDS, Possession of drug paraphernalia, Possession of CDS in presence of minor
19-year-old Noah Markell Gallow
Armed Robbery
22-year-old Travous Alfred
Armed Robbery, Aggravated Assault
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