Lacombe handyman accused of burglarizing homes of former clients

A Lacombehandyman has been arrested on burglary charges after authorities said he stole items from at least two homes where he previously performed work. Louis Angel Castro, 39, was arrested Tuesday (Sept. 30) and booked in the St. Tammany Parish jail with two counts of simple burglary of an inhabited dwelling, according to the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office.

The sheriff's office said Castro worked as a handyman and provided lawn care services throughout the parish. Authorities said they identified Castro on Tuesday as a possible suspect in burglaries on East Chestnut Street in Lacombe and in the Coin du Lestin subdivision near Slidell.

Items stolen in those burglaries include jewelry, watches, firearms and household electronics, authorities said.

The sheriff's office said Castro admitted to the burglaries when questioned. Detectives suspect he might have burglarized other former clients.

Anyone who thinks they might be a victim should call Detective Sgt. Brian Beech at 985.726.7850.

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