Authorities in Louisiana Asking for Help From the Public in Unsolved 2021 Homicide
Published February 27, 2023
Authorities in Louisiana Asking for Help From the Public in Unsolved 2021 Homicide
Baker, Louisiana - Capital Region Crime Stoppers and Baker Police Department are asking for help from the public in an unsolved homicide that took place in September of 2021.
On September 27, 2021, Leon Washington (pictured) was shot and killed in Baker, Louisiana, at the Azalea Trailer Park.
Detectives with the Baker Police Department are asking for the public's assistance in an attempt to locate the individual or individuals responsible for the murder of Leon Washington.
Authorities are asking anyone with information in the case is asked to call 225-344-STOP (344-7867), submit information using the P3 Tips App or visit crimestoppers225.com.
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