Shreveport Grocery Employee Disarms Aggressive Customer

Sherdaricka Johnson arrested after confrontation involving mace and a firearm at C&C Grocery

Apr. 13, 2026 at 11:51am

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An extreme close-up photograph of a firearm magazine against a pitch-black background, lit by a harsh, direct camera flash, conceptually illustrating the dangerous evidence from a violent incident at a local grocery store.A dramatic close-up of the firearm evidence from a violent confrontation at a local Shreveport grocery store exposes the dangers faced by employees and the community.Shreveport Today

A confrontation at C&C Grocery in Shreveport, Louisiana escalated when customer Sherdaricka Johnson allegedly sprayed an employee with mace and brandished a firearm. However, the employee was able to disarm Johnson, preventing any shots from being fired. Johnson fled the scene but was later arrested by police the following day.

Why it matters

Incidents involving firearms and threats of violence at local businesses are a serious concern for public safety. This case highlights the importance of employee training and quick thinking to de-escalate potentially dangerous situations.

The details

According to investigators, Johnson arrived at C&C Grocery intending to confront an ex-boyfriend, but when she couldn't find him, she allegedly turned her aggression toward a store employee who asked her to leave. The situation turned physical when Johnson sprayed the employee with mace and then produced a firearm, threatening to shoot the victim in the face. The employee was able to wrestle the weapon away from Johnson, and she fled the scene shortly after.

  • The incident occurred on April 12, 2026.
  • Johnson was arrested by police the following day on April 13, 2026.

The players

Sherdaricka Johnson

A local woman who was previously banned from the C&C Grocery property and has now been charged with Aggravated Assault with a Firearm, Simple Battery, and Entering and Remaining After Being Forbidden.

C&C Grocery

A local grocery store in Shreveport, Louisiana where the incident took place.

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What they’re saying

“The Shreveport Police Department takes incidents involving firearms and threats of violence seriously. We are thankful this situation did not result in serious injury or loss of life.”

— Shreveport Police Department

What’s next

Johnson is currently being held at the Caddo Correctional Center, and the employee who disarmed her will not face any charges as investigators determined he acted in self-defense.

The takeaway

This incident highlights the importance of employee training and quick thinking to de-escalate potentially dangerous situations at local businesses. It also raises concerns about repeat offenders and the need for effective policies to keep communities safe.