A Homer man was arrested on theft, assault, and public drunkenness charges after allegedly causing disturbances at a Minden motel and nearby convenience store on November 4.
Willie Clyde Watts, 58, was arrested after Minden police responded to two complaints in the 1100 and 1400 blocks of Shreveport Road.
According to the Minden Police Department report, officers were initially dispatched to a motel after a man wearing black clothing reportedly entered the establishment and asked about room prices.
When he heard the prices, the man allegedly became angry and made several threats toward the motel manager. Police located Watts and informed him that he was prohibited from returning to the property. The manager declined to pursue charges.
Later that evening, officers responded to a nearby store concerning an unwanted person and alleged theft.
Police again encountered Watts, who was reportedly wearing sunglasses he had not possessed during the earlier encounter. Officers described him as visibly intoxicated, with slurred speech and an odor of alcohol.
According to the store clerk, Watts entered the business and attempted to purchase beer but did not have enough money. After another customer purchased the beer for him, Watts allegedly put on a pair of sunglasses and left without paying.
He later returned and attempted to take another brand of beer. When the clerk screamed for him to stop, Watts allegedly leaned toward her in a threatening manner, causing her to fear she would be struck.
The clerk requested charges for the theft and assault, telling police the sunglasses were valued at $25.
Watts initially claimed he had purchased the sunglasses before the encounter but would not say where. He also reportedly admitted drinking several beers.
Police said the sunglasses matched merchandise sold at the store, although they had been damaged or altered.
Watts was arrested on charges of misdemeanor theft, simple assault, and public drunkenness. His combined surety bond was set at $1,750.
All subjects are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.