Shreveport, LA – A 19-year-old suspect has been arrested in connection with a shooting incident that occurred in the early hours of August 21, 2024. At approximately 2:00 AM, officers from the Shreveport Police Department (SPD) responded to reports of gunfire at a residence located at 126 East Olive Street.
Upon arrival, SPD officers spoke with the homeowners and discovered that multiple gunshots had been fired at the residence. Fortunately, the four individuals inside the home were unharmed despite the dangerous nature of the attack. SPD’s Violent Crimes Detectives launched an investigation, which quickly led to the identification of a suspect.
An arrest warrant was issued for Ty’Jaun Lafitte, 19, who was charged with several serious offenses, including Illegal Use of Weapons or Dangerous Instrumentalities, Aggravated Criminal Damage to Property, and Possession of a Firearm or Carrying a Concealed Weapon by a Person Convicted of Certain Felonies.
On September 18, 2024, with the assistance of Louisiana Probation and Parole officers, Lafitte was apprehended and taken into custody. He was booked into the Shreveport city jail, where he now awaits legal proceedings.
SPD has reaffirmed its commitment to addressing violent crime in the community and vowed to continue pursuing those who seek to cause harm. A photo of the suspect has been provided by the Caddo Parish Sheriff’s Office.
