Sheriff warns of armed robberies

St. Mary Parish Sheriff’s detectives are investigating two armed robbery cases that occurred at businesses on the west side of St. Mary Parish.
The first occurred last Sunday morning at 4 a.m. at a sport’s bar on La. 182, in Jeanerette.
The second occurred Tuesday evening at 11:58 p.m. at a bar on La. 182, in Franklin.
In both crimes, a male subject entered the establishments armed with a weapon, and stole cash.
Detectives are investigating the crimes as possibly being related. Sheriff Mark Hebert advises all business owners and their employees to be aware of their surroundings and report any suspicious activity or subjects immediately to 337-828-1960. If there is an emergency, dial 911.
Anyone with information on the crimes should contact the St. Mary Parish Sheriff’s office at 337-828-1960 or at crimewatch@stmaryso.com. Tips can be submitted anonymously by phone, email, and through the Sheriff’s Office website www.stmaryso.com.