Hayes Man Arrested in Connection with October 19 Shooting in Bell City
Hayes Man Arrested in Connection with October 19 Shooting in Bell City
Published October 20, 2021
Lake Charles, LA – The Calcasieu Parish Sheriff’s Office reported that on October 19, 2021, at approximately 6:30 p.m. CPSO deputies were dispatched to the 6100 block of Highway 101 in Bell City, LA in reference to a shooting.
Calcasieu Parish deputies reportedly located the victim with a gunshot wound to the abdomen. While investigating it was discovered that the suspect, Clint A. Carpenter, 39, of Hayes, LA, allegedly shot the victim after a verbal argument, then fled the scene.
CPSO deputies conducted an extensive search of the area and with the assistance of CPSO Air 1 and were able to locate Carpenter a short time later in a wooded area south of Hayes, near Highway 14.
Carpenter was arrested and booked into the Calcasieu Correctional Center and charged with aggravated 2nd-degree battery; illegal use of a dangerous weapon; and possession of a firearm by a convicted felon. Judge Mike Canaday set his bond at $175,000.
The victim was transported to a local hospital where he is listed in stable condition.
CPSO Detective Michael Miller is the lead investigator on this case.
An arrest is an indication that probable cause exists to believe the subject was involved in the offense alleged. A person is innocent until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt.
Louisiana Man Killed in US 65 Crash in East Carroll Parish: Speed and Impairment Suspected
East Carroll Parish, Louisiana - In the early hours of Tuesday, April 23, 2024, Troopers from Louisiana State Police Troop F initiated an investigation into a deadly collision on US 65 close to LA 580. The crash resulted in the tragic death of Jamaar Scott, a...
Lake Charles’ Patriot’s Ball 2024: Eagle Sponsorships Open to Support Veterans
16th Annual Patriot's Ball to Support Veterans Hosted by Mayor and Mrs. Nicholas E. Hunter Lake Charles, LA - Mayor and Mrs. Nicholas E. Hunter, along with the City of Lake Charles Mayor's Armed Forces Commission (MAFC), are proud to announce the upcoming 16th Annual...
CHRISTUS Ochsner in Lake Charles to Host Child Safety Seat Check Alongside NICU Reunion
Lake Charles, Louisiana - On Saturday, April 27, 2024, the Louisiana Passenger Safety Task Force, in partnership with CHRISTUS Ochsner Lake Area Hospital and Louisiana State Police Troop D, will offer complimentary child passenger safety seat checks in Lake Charles....