Police Issue Warrant for Shreveport Woman Involved in Mardi Gras Confrontation

UPDATE:

I'm not sure why some people jump to confrontation to resolve problems rather than trying to find a compromise that works for everyone. As the old saying goes "you catch more flies with honey."

But the controversial video from the crowd at the Krewe of Centaur Parade has folks very upset. On the video, you can see a group of folks trying to get a woman to move along after she started to set up in front of them along the route on the Parkway. The elderly black woman was with her great grand children.

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Shreveport Police now have a warrant for at least one of the women allegedly involved in this encounter. She is expected to be charged with a misdemeanor for disturbing the peace and tossing a cup of beer. Georgie Creamer is wanted by police after they reviewed footage of the incident. She is expected to be charged with disturbing the peace and simple battery.

Anyone with information on Creamer’s whereabouts is asked to contact the Shreveport Police Department at 318-673-7300 or Caddo Crime Stoppers at 318-673-7373.

Tensions started to rise and curse words were exchanged. Some in the group allegedly poured beer on the elderly black woman during the confrontation.

The video has gone viral and several of the people involved have been publicly identified and there have been calls for them to face consequences at their jobs.

All Shreveport City Council members are condemning this behavior and urging residents to do better.

Council Chairwoman Tabatha Taylor says “I extend my apologies and heartfelt prayers to the family affected. The events on Saturday were deeply troubling and violated their safety. I am grateful for our community’s outcry, which sent a clear message that such actions will not be tolerated. Our children, elderly, and disabled are integral to this city, and their rights must always be protected. We keep this family in our prayers and hope for swift justice.”

Vice Chairwoman Ursula Bowman added, “I am deeply disturbed by the racist behavior captured on video. This does not reflect who we are as a community, and it will not be tolerated. Mardi Gras is meant to bring us together, not tear us apart. I support accountability to ensure this conduct is addressed and prevented.”

Councilman Gary Brooks also chimed in. He says “our community deserves celebrations that are safe and respectful. Confrontations at public gatherings place unnecessary strain on public safety resources and detract from events meant to bring people together.”

How Should You Handle Crowd Disputes

In my many years of being at the parades and riding in the parades, I have always found the kinder you are, the better the response you will get from the people involved. I understand alcohol often escalates these situations, but I encourage folks to embrace the crowd. Maybe scoot your chairs a little closer together and invite folks to join in with you in your area. Start a friendly conversation with them before you start complaining and see how much common ground you have.

I just find it so reprehensible to see this kind of dispute in front of small children. It's such a shame.

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Councilman Jim Taliaferro says “when incidents of this nature occur in highly visible public settings, they affect more than those directly involved. They shape how our city is viewed and perceived and compromises on an overall pleasant experience.  This and any other behavior like this are unacceptable and will not be tolerated.”

Councilman Grayson Boucher says “events of this scale require personal responsibility from everyone involved. Confrontations at public gatherings cannot be normalized, and we will continue reviewing safety measures to reduce the likelihood of incidents like this.”

Councilman Alan Jackson, Jr. added, “No one has the right to intimidate, disrupt, or endanger others at a community celebration. This type of behavior will not be tolerated, and we stand firmly behind efforts to maintain order and protect families.”

Councilman James Green shared the sentiments of his colleagues. He says “public celebrations only work when mutual respect is upheld. This behavior disrupts not only the event, but the sense of safety our residents expect and deserve. I pray for a change of heart of the individuals who do not respect everyone.”