Bank of Commerce and Trust Company in Mermentau robbed at gunpoint

Suspects thought to be headed toward Jennings

According to reports from the Acadia Parish Sheriff Department, The Bank of Commerce and Trust Company, located on 7th Street in Mermentau, was robbed at gunpoint.
Authorities are currently searching for two black male suspects last seen headed towards Jennings. The suspects are believed to be riding on a grey and yellow dirt bike.
The Lake Arthur Sun Times will update you as information becomes available.