Lanny Theriot, 85, Bayou Vista, LA, was arrested on February 2, 2025, at 6:05 pm on a warrant for simple kidnapping (attempted) and indecent behavior with juvenile(s) (attempted).
On January 26, 2025, deputies responded to a complaint of a possible simple kidnapping. The complainant advised that his child was at an event in a public park with friends when the incident occurred. The juvenile said they were called over to a vehicle by a man waving money at them. The juvenile gave a description of the vehicle and the man.
Detectives followed up on the complaint, obtaining video footage and opening an investigation. Through the investigation, Theriot was identified as the suspect.
On February 2, 2025, Detectives received a second complaint and made contact with Theriot. During questioning, Theriot made statements that he intended to get the juvenile in the car for lewd behavior with the juvenile. Detectives obtained a warrant for Theriot’s arrest and transported him to the St. Mary Parish Law Enforcement Center for booking. Bail has not been set at this time.