The Natchitoches Police Department is investigating a shooting that occurred Sunday night on Theophile Alley.

Natchitoches Police Department were dispatched to the 1400 block of Theophile Alley on Jan. 11 around 8:08 pm in reference to an individual being shot in the area. Upon officers’ arrival they located a victim suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. Officers on scene immediately began to render aid while other first responders were arriving to the area. The victim was transported to the Natchitoches Regional Medical Center and later airlifted to a hospital in Caddo Parish for further treatment. The victim is listed in critical condition.

Investigators with the Criminal Investigation Division and members of the Violent Crime Task Force were called to the scene and collected several pieces of evidence that will be sent to the crime lab for forensic 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 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 $5,000 for the arrest of an offender.