ALEXANDRIA, LA (4/24/2025) – MacArthur Drive beating as describe by APD turns into homicide investigation following the death of 58-year-old Jerry Chesser, a respected Alexandria resident and business owner.
On Saturday, April 12, 2025, at approximately 2:13 AM, Alexandria Police responded to the 100 block of MacArthur Drive after reports of a man being battered.
The victim, identified as Jerry Chesser, was transported to a local hospital. After days of treatment, Chesser succumbed to his injuries on Tuesday, April 22.
On Wednesday, April 23, an autopsy was conducted, and his death was officially ruled a homicide.
Chesser was known as the owner of Red River Tavern, which he opened following retirement, calling it “something to do.”
Funeral services have been announced by Red River Tavern:
Visitation: Friday, April 25 from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Funeral: Saturday, April 26 at 3:00 PM
Location: Trinity Baptist Church, 527 Howard St, Natchitoches, LA 71457
The Alexandria Police Department continues to investigate this case and is urging anyone with information to come forward.
Anyone with details can contact the Alexandria Police Detective Division at (318) 441-6416, or APD Dispatch at (318) 441-6559. Tips can also be emailed to [email protected].
To remain anonymous and be eligible for a cash reward, contact Crime Stoppers of CenLaat (318) 443-7867 or use the P3 Tipster App at www.p3tips.com/community/mobile.
UrbanCast and InvolvedInItAll.com extend our heartfelt condolences to Jerry Chesser’s family, friends, and the Red River Tavern community. His presence will be missed by many.
This remains a developing story.
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