Alexandria, LA (5/21/2024) — On Monday, May 20, 2024, at approximately 4:30 PM, the Alexandria Police Department responded to reports of a stabbing in the 1700 block of Elliott Street. Officers arrived at the scene to find the victim, who was transported to a local hospital for treatment.
The suspect, identified as 39-year-old Michael Jarrell of Alexandria, briefly barricaded himself inside a residence on Elliott Street. Following a brief standoff, Jarrell was taken into custody. During his apprehension, four Alexandria Police Officers sustained minor injuries.
Jarrell faces multiple charges, including one count of Aggravated Second Degree Battery, one count of Disturbing the Peace, one count of Resisting an Officer with Force or Violence, and two counts of Battery on a Police Officer.
The investigation is ongoing, and the Alexandria Police Department is seeking any additional information from the public.
Anyone with information about this incident or other crimes in the Alexandria area is encouraged to contact the Alexandria Police Detective Division at (318) 441-6416 or APD Dispatch at (318) 441-6559. Tips can also be emailed to APDDetectives@cityofalex.com.
For those who wish to remain anonymous and potentially receive a cash reward, tips can be submitted to Crime Stoppers of CenLa by calling (318) 443-7867. The Crime Stoppers P3 Tipster App is also available for download at www.p3tips.com/community/mobile, where users can leave tips and receive a claim number for a cash reward.
The Alexandria Police Department appreciates the community’s cooperation and assistance in ensuring public safety.
