On February 19, 2024 around 1:01 a.m., officers with the Natchitoches Police Department were notified by the Natchitoches Regional Medical Center that an individual arrived at the hospital with a gunshot wound to the leg. Upon officers arrival they were able to learn that the victim was shot in the 500 block of North Street.

The victim was later released from the hospital with non-life threatening injuries.

This investigation is ongoing and the Natchitoches Police Department will release more details as they become available.

If you would like to report suspicious activity please contact the Natchitoches Police Department at (318) 352-8101 or if you have additional information in regards to this investigation please contact Detective Davanta Stevenson at (318) 357-3817. Remember all information given shall remain confidential.

How to report an anonymous tip via Natchitoches Crime Stoppers:

You can also report a tip anonymously by downloading the P3 Tips app on your smart phone or by calling Natchitoches Crime Stoppers at (318) 238-2388. All tips remain confidential and the caller can receive a cash reward up to $3,000 for the arrest of an offender.

Corporal John Greely
Public Information Officer
Natchitoches Police Department

Release Date: February 19, 2024

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