Alexandria, La. (5/3/2026) – Alexandria Police have made an arrest following a shooting Sunday morning on Queens Court.
Officers responded around 10:45 AM to the 3500 block after reports of gunfire. When they arrived, they located both the victim and the suspect at the scene.
The victim was treated at a local hospital.
Police arrested 60-year-old Jerry Phillips III and charged him with aggravated second-degree battery. He was booked into the Rapides Parish Detention Center. Phillips bond is set at $5,000.
Earlier, UrbanCast reported a heavy police presence after multiple residents raised concerns in the area. We also reached out to city officials for additional details as the situation unfolded.
The investigation remains ongoing.
Anyone with information is asked to contact the Alexandria Police Detective Division at (318) 441-6416 or APD Dispatch at (318) 441-6559. Tips can also be sent by email to APDDetectives@cityofalex.com.
Anonymous tips may be submitted through Crime Stoppers of CenLa at (318) 443-7867 or through the P3 Tipster app.
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