ALEXANDRIA, La. (UrbanCast: 8/17/2026) — The Patrick Battles III homicide investigation has resulted in five arrests, including one on a second-degree murder charge, while Alexandria Police are searching for three additional individuals.
The arrests represent a significant development in the investigation into the August 13, 2026, shooting on Third Street that UrbanCast first reported early Friday morning.
The Alexandria Police Department said officers initially responded to a local hospital around 10:50 p.m. Thursday, August 13, regarding a gunshot victim.
Patrick Battles III later died from his injuries.
Police subsequently determined the shooting occurred in the 3700 block of Third Street.
UrbanCast Reported From Third Street Following Shooting
UrbanCast was in the area early Friday morning while law enforcement remained on scene.
Third Street near Willow Glen River Road was blocked in multiple directions, with drivers approaching the area being turned around.
At the time of UrbanCast’s initial reporting, authorities had not publicly confirmed what had occurred.
One nearby resident told UrbanCast they heard what sounded like an exchange of gunfire and saw people transported from the area by ambulance.
Another resident described hearing approximately 30 seconds of sustained gunfire that appeared to involve different-caliber weapons.
UrbanCast could not independently verify those descriptions and clearly identified the information as unconfirmed while awaiting official information from authorities.
Alexandria Police later confirmed that Battles died following the shooting.
Authorities have not publicly confirmed whether anyone else was injured during the incident.
Five Arrests Made
Alexandria Police have now announced five arrests connected to the investigation.
Tyler Winchester, 20, was arrested Friday, August 14. Police charged Winchester with illegal use of a weapon and negligent carrying of a weapon.
Four additional arrests followed Monday, August 17.
Tijah Foster, 21, was arrested and charged with second-degree murder.
Xavier Walker, 21, Jamarion Williams, 22, and Jaylynn Wayfort, 22, were each arrested on charges of illegal use of a weapon and negligent carrying of a weapon.
Police have not publicly detailed the alleged actions of each individual or explained how investigators believe the eight people identified in the case are connected to the shooting.
Three Individuals Wanted
The Alexandria Police Department is actively searching for three additional individuals:
• Aaron Freeman, 19
• Kenneth Morse, 19
• Raymond Sanders, 26
Police are asking anyone with information about their whereabouts or information concerning the homicide to come forward.
The announcement means Alexandria Police have now publicly identified eight people in connection with the investigation — five who have been arrested and three who remain wanted.
Questions Remain About What Led to Shooting
Despite the arrests, significant questions surrounding the shooting remain unanswered publicly.
Police have not announced what investigators believe led to the gunfire on Third Street.
Authorities also have not publicly explained whether investigators believe multiple people fired weapons or detailed the circumstances leading to the second-degree murder charge against Foster.
The investigation remains active and ongoing.
How to Provide Information
Anyone with information can contact the Alexandria Police Department Detective Division at (318) 441-6416 or APD Dispatch at (318) 441-6559.
Information can also be emailed to APDDetectives@cityofalex.com.
Crime Stoppers of CenLa accepts anonymous tips at (318) 443-7867. Tips can also be submitted through the Crime Stoppers P3 Tipster App. Tipsters may qualify for a cash reward.
UrbanCast extends our sincere condolences to the family, friends and loved ones of Patrick Battles III.
UrbanCast will continue following this developing investigation and provide confirmed information as it becomes available.
All charges are accusations. Those accused are presumed innocent unless proven guilty in court.
