One Louisiana Man Killed and Another Arrested After Early Morning Shooting in Alexandria

Alexandria, Louisiana – One Louisiana man was killed and another was arrested after an early morning shooting in Alexandria.

According to the Alexandria Police Department, officers were called to a shooting in the 900 Block of Richmond on June 13, 2023, at 1:12 a.m. When officers arrived, they discovered a black male who had been shot numerous times and was taken to a nearby hospital where he was pronounced dead.

Marcus Atkins Jr., 22, of Alexandria, Louisiana, has been confirmed as the victim. The suspect was identified as 19-year-old George Carter of Alexandria, Louisiana, based on information acquired at the scene, according to the Alexandria Police Department. Within minutes of the event, officers apprehended George Carter at his home.

Carter was arrested and placed in the Rapides Parish Detention Center on second-degree murder charges.

Authorities are asking that anyone with information on this or any other type of crime in the Alexandria area contact the Alexandria Police Detective Division at (318) 441-6416, or APD Dispatch at (318) 441-6559.

Authorities also indicated that residents can call Crime Stoppers of Cenla at (318) 443-7867 for a cash prize.

An arrest is an indication that probable cause exists to believe the subject was involved in the offense alleged. All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty.