Alexandria, LA (10/19/2023) – The Alexandria Police Department (APD) arrested a man suspected of attempted second-degree murder.
On Wednesday, October 18, 2023, at approximately 4:05 PM, APD responded to the 2900 block of 3rd Street about an individual suffering from a gunshot wound. The victim was transported to a local hospital for treatment.
As a result of the investigation and information obtained, this incident was found to be a result of a minor verbal altercation that quickly escalated into a violent shooting. Investigators arrested 71-year-old Lina Williams of Alexandria, LA, for one count of Attempted Second Degree Murder and booked into the Rapides Parish Detention Center.
This is currently an ongoing investigation.
If anyone has any information about this incident or any other type of crime in the Alexandria area, please get in touch with the Alexandria Police Detective Division at the phone number (318) 441-6416 or APD Dispatch (318) 441-6559. You may also email information to detectives at APDDetectives@cityofalex.com.
Call Crime Stoppers of Cenla at (318) 443-7867 to remain anonymous and receive a cash reward.
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