Marksville, Louisiana - A deputy-involved shooting occurred on November 25, in Marksville, Louisiana, leaving one subject in critical condition. The Louisiana State Police Bureau of Investigations (LSP) has taken over the investigation, working closely with the Avoyelles Parish Sheriff's Office.
According to LSP detectives, the incident occurred on Scallan Street near Martin Luther King Jr. (MLK) Drive at approximately 4:20 p.m. The circumstances surrounding the shooting are still unclear, and investigators are working to process the scene and gather more information.
The subject who was shot was taken to a local hospital, where they remain in critical condition. Fortunately, no deputies were harmed during the incident. The LSP has assured the public that the situation is being thoroughly investigated, and further information will be released as it becomes available.
The LSP is urging anyone with information, pictures, or videos related to the incident to come forward. Those who wish to remain anonymous can report information through the LSP online reporting system by visiting lsp.org and clicking on "Report Suspicious or Criminal Activity." Alternatively, individuals can call the LSP Fusion Center Hotline at 1-800-434-8007.
The investigation is ongoing, and the LSP has not released any further details at this time. As more information becomes available, it will be provided to the public.
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