Louisiana State Police Investigate Early Morning Officer-Involved Shooting in Bossier City

By Calcasieu Staff

Published April 30, 2025

Bossier City, Louisiana - Louisiana State Police detectives are currently investigating an officer-involved shooting that occurred early Wednesday morning in Bossier City, authorities confirmed.

The incident took place around 12:30 a.m. on Venecia Drive when Bossier City Police Department officers were involved in a situation that resulted in one person being shot. The individual has been transported to a local hospital for treatment, according to officials. No police officers were injured during the encounter.

"Investigators are working to process the scene and gather further information," a Louisiana State Police spokesperson said in a statement.

Few details have been released about what led to the shooting or the condition of the injured person. Authorities describe the investigation as active and ongoing, with more information to be shared when available.

The Louisiana State Police Bureau of Investigations was specifically requested by the Bossier City Police Department to handle the case, which is standard procedure for many officer-involved shootings to ensure an independent investigation.

Law enforcement officials are asking for public assistance in gathering evidence. Anyone with information, photographs, or video related to the incident is encouraged to contact investigators through multiple channels.

Tips can be submitted anonymously through the Louisiana State Police online reporting system at lsp.org by clicking on "Report Suspicious or Criminal Activity." Alternatively, witnesses can call the LSP Fusion Center Hotline at 1-800-434-8007.

All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty.

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