Athens, Louisiana - Louisiana State Police detectives are investigating an officer-involved shooting that occurred on Dance Road in Claiborne Parish on the night of December 17, 2025.
According to information released by the Louisiana State Police Bureau of Investigations, the Claiborne Parish Sheriff’s Office requested state assistance at approximately 9:30 p.m. Detectives with the Bureau of Investigations responded and are now leading the inquiry into the incident.
One Person Injured, No Officers Hurt
Authorities report that one subject sustained minor injuries during the incident. That person was transported to a local hospital for treatment. No law enforcement officers were injured.
Officials have not released the identity of the injured subject, the number or identities of the officers involved, or details about what led up to the shooting. The location has been described only as Dance Road in Claiborne Parish. No information has been provided about potential charges, whether anyone was detained, or the condition of the scene after the shooting.
Active Investigation Underway
Louisiana State Police detectives are processing the scene and collecting evidence. This process typically includes documenting the area, interviewing involved parties and witnesses, and reviewing any available photos, video, or other digital evidence.
No timeline has been given for when further updates might be provided.
How The Public Can Share Information
Investigators are asking anyone who may have information, photos, or video related to the incident to contact Louisiana State Police. Members of the public can share tips in several ways, including anonymously:
- Visit the Louisiana State Police website at lsp.org and click on “Report Suspicious or Criminal Activity.”
- Call the LSP Fusion Center Hotline at 1-800-434-8007.
Officials say that information from witnesses, including cellphone video or home surveillance footage, can be important in understanding what happened during an officer-involved shooting.
Commitment To Transparency And Public Safety
Officer-involved shootings are typically reviewed by outside investigators to provide an independent look at the facts. In this case, the Louisiana State Police Bureau of Investigations is handling the case at the request of the Claiborne Parish Sheriff’s Office.
All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty.