According to Evangeline Parish Sheriff’s Office (EPSO), Louisiana State Police (LSP) was requested to investigate an officer-involved shooting.
On Monday, July 31, 2023, around 8:00 pm, EPSO contacted LSP to investigate a shooting in the 100 block of West Beauregard Street.
A Sheriff’s spokesperson said an officer was shot and pronounced dead on the scene, and at least two people were transported to local hospitals in critical condition; one later died of injuries sustained in the shooting.
LSP is asking anyone with information regarding this incident to call 337.332.8080.
No further information is known at this time. This story is developing.
