ALEXANDRIA, La. (1/27/2024) – An Alexandria man wanted for attempted second-degree murder is considered armed and dangerous, according to the Alexandria Police Department (APD).
The incident occurred on Sunday, January 26, 2025, at approximately 10:35 PM in the 1300 block of Enterprise Road. Police responded to a shooting that left one individual hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries.
The suspect, identified as 42-year-old Michael W. Collins of Alexandria, has an active warrant for one count of attempted second-degree murder. Authorities urge anyone with information about Collins’ whereabouts to contact law enforcement immediately.
This information was first reported by another media outlet at 10:25 AM on Monday, January 27, 2025. However, the City of Alexandria Police Department did not release the official details until 1:11 PM. This delay raises concerns about equal access to critical public safety information, especially given the suspect’s classification as armed and dangerous. Timely communication is vital for the safety of the community in situations involving potentially dangerous individuals.
The investigation remains active. Anyone with information about this incident or other crimes is encouraged to contact the Alexandria Police Detective Division at (318) 441-6416, APD Dispatch at (318) 441-6559, or email [email protected].
For anonymous tips and potential cash rewards, contact Crime Stoppers of CenLa at (318) 443-7867 or use the P3 Tipster App, available at www.p3tips.com/community/mobile.
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