Opelousas Police are investigating a shooting that occurred just before 10:00 P.M. on June 16, 2023. The shooting occurred in the 1300 Blk. of Henry St. A home in the area was struck by several rounds of gunfire. The home was occupied by several residents at the time of the shooting. Thankfully no one at the home was injured. Witnesses indicated that the shots may have been fired from a small silver sedan that was seen in the area at the time of the shooting. A motive for the shooting is unknown at this time. The investigation is active and more details will be released as they become available.
Opelousas Police ask anyone with any information related to this shooting to contact the Opelousas Police Department at 337-948-2500, crimetips@opelousaspd.com or through Crime Stoppers (337-948-TIPS, **TIPS on a mobile phone, www.stlandrycrimestoppers.com or download the P3 mobile App.) Tipsters will remain anonymous. Tipsters will receive a $2,500 cash reward.
