NEW IBERIA, La. — UPDATE (1:00 a.m.): New Iberia Police have arrested a man after an hours-long standoff Wednesday evening.
A spokesperson confirmed that the suspect, Roy Jeanlouis, is in custody and is facing charges of armed robbery, felon in possession of a firearm, and obstruction of justice, battery on a police officer (2 counts), simple criminal damage to property, self- mutilation, resisting and officer (2 counts), and simple escape.
NIPD responded to a situation in the 500 block of Bank Avenue after a suspect barricaded himself inside his home after they attempted to serve him with a warrant.
Police said they believed Jeanlouis was by himself inside the residence.
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