The Natchitoches Police Department is investigating a homicide that occurred Saturday night on Dorothy Street.
Natchitoches Police Department officers were dispatched to the 800 block of Dorothy Street on Jan. 10 around 10:44 pm in reference to a gunshot victim. Upon officers arrival they located the victim, Curtis Doty (B/M, 19 y.o.a. of Natchitoches) suffering from several gunshot wounds. Officers immediately began to render aid while other first responders were arriving to the area. Curtis Doty was pronounced deceased by the Natchitoches Parish Coroner’s Office as a result of his injuries.
Detectives and Officers spoke with several witnesses that led to the collection of additional evidence that was collected on scene and after a search warrant. All of the evidence recovered will be sent to the crime lab for additional analysis.
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 Charles Cassels at (318) 357-3858 . 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 $5,000 for the arrest of an offender.
