Baton Rouge Issued Warrant for Truck Parts Theft Suspect
A Texas man was identified as a suspect after police discovered stolen truck parts in a vehicle in Houston.
Updated on Oct. 8, 2026 in Property Crime
The Baton Rouge Police Department issued an arrest warrant for 20-year-old Dajun Rayvond Arnez Stcyr following a string of thefts targeting semi-trucks. Stcyr was detained in Houston after authorities found stolen powertrain controllers inside his vehicle.
Why it matters
The investigation connects a burglary incident at a local driving school to a larger pattern of theft involving commercial vehicle parts across multiple parishes.
Baton Rouge Police issued an arrest warrant for 20-year-old Dajun Rayvond Arnez Stcyr of Humble, Texas. Authorities recovered 36 stolen powertrain controller modules during a traffic stop involving the suspect.
The players
Dajun Rayvond Arnez Stcyr
He is a 20-year-old resident of Humble, Texas, who is currently the subject of an active arrest warrant.
Baton Rouge Police
This local agency is leading the investigation into the commercial vehicle burglaries.
Houston Police
This department detained the suspects and recovered the stolen goods during a traffic stop.
The details
Police launched the investigation after responding to a burglary complaint at the Coastal Truck Driving School, where 12 semitrucks had their controllers removed. Security footage captured a dark-colored Honda Civic at the scene at 4:51 a.m. on September 9, 2026.
Timeline
September 9, 2026: Burglaries occurred and suspects were detained in Houston.
Legal Context
This case follows a pattern of targeted commercial vehicle component thefts occurring across various Louisiana parishes. Law enforcement agencies are intensifying efforts to combat organized groups involved in stealing high-value automotive parts.
Local truck driving schools and commercial fleet operators should review their security surveillance protocols. The recovery of stolen parts in this case highlights a broader threat to commercial property security in the area.
The takeaway
Commercial vehicle operators should prioritize enhanced physical security measures for powertrain components to deter similar thefts. Reporting suspicious activity near maintenance lots remains a key strategy for protecting valuable fleet assets.
Further reading
For more information on regional law enforcement efforts, visit the Property Crime section.
