Minden police are seeking assistance from the public in identifying a suspect wanted for a property theft from a local residence.

Investigators said the theft occurred around 10 a.m. Sunday, Oct. 19 in the 800 block of Constable St. when the suspect reportedly came onto the property, took a barrel of aluminum scrap metal located near a shop building and left in a light-colored SUV.

Security cameras on the property captured the suspect, the incident and the suspect’s vehicle. Investigators are asking for the public’s assistance in identifying the suspect shown in still shots obtained from security footage.

Anyone with information is asked to contact MPD Det. Matthew Hicks at 318-639-7776, or call police headquarters at 318-371-4226. All information will be held in confidence.