New Roads, La. (11/19/2022) – According to the Pointe Coupee Parish Sheriff’s Office (PCPSO), a boy, 13, was killed by a stray bullet. The shooting occurred Friday, November 18, 2022.
The name of the teen has not been released. PCPSO said a group was target-practicing on the levee near the Mississippi River.
Tonight, an awful tragedy occurred within our parish. A thirteen-year-old boy’s life was taken from being struck by a bullet that was discharged from a firearm by individuals who were reportedly target practicing.
Sheriff Rene Thibodaux
I have taught gun safety to the youth in our parish for most of my adult life. I cannot stress the importance enough of knowing your target, the trajectory of a bullet, and what lies beyond that intended target. The family of this child will not be celebrating Thanksgiving or Christmas with their beloved boy. Please keep his family and our community in your prayers.
No further information is known. This is an ongoing investigation.
