Robbery victim dies, suspect in custody
Last Modified: Sunday, August 19, 2012 4:07 PM
The victim of a July 29 robbery at Goos Boulevard and Winterhalter Street in Lake Charles has died, a Lake Charles police official said Friday.
The victim, whose name is not being released, died Aug. 12 at a local hospital, according to Deputy Chief Mark Kraus.
“The Calcasieu Parish Corner’s Office was notified, and they are currently investigating this victim’s death. Lake Charles Police detectives are still investigating this matter as a second-degree robbery and are waiting on the Coroner’s Office investigation to be completed,” Kraus said.
Police have arrested Michael Lamont Jack in connection in the robbery. He has been charged with second-degree robbery and illegal possession of stolen things. His bond was set at $360,000.
Officer Shane Coleman and Detectives Colby Thompson and Franklin Fondel continue the investigation.
Posted By: Kathryn On: 8/23/2012
Title: Give these punks what they deserve - or more!
This victim was a dear friend and many are feeling the loss. These punks should be locked away for life, if not given the death penalty. If life means so little to them, then their lives should mean nothing to us. Throw away the key, or flip the switch! But don't let them get away with murder. Literally.
Posted By: Eric P. On: 8/21/2012
Title: Tragedy with very little news coverage
We see so many headlines regarding the different tragedies all over the United States, however this one gets no coverage. I can only hope that our Justice system deals with the individuals who are responsible for taking the life of an elderly man. The story states this was a robbery, it was a robbery and the assault on an elderly man who lost his life from the attack.
Posted By: Danny On: 8/21/2012
Title: this Man was a very good friend and a Gentleman to all
I can not understand the kind of people who would do harm to others for fun, something to do on a friday night- I Find myself angry for the lost of a friend, and the hurt his girlfriend is going through, I will do what I can to lessen her pain, and hope that the LAW will make it right on the side of JUSTICE.
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