On September 21, 2024, Shreveport police responded to reports of gunfire in the 500 block of East 67th Street in the early morning. Initial investigations revealed that a male suspect, identified as 44-year-old Bryant Thomas, fired multiple shots at a residence before fleeing the scene. Authorities believe Thomas, the ex-boyfriend of a woman living at the home, targeted the property in the drive-by shooting.
Two women were inside the residence at the time of the incident, but fortunately, no injuries were reported, although at least one bullet struck the house.
A short time after the shooting, Shreveport Police officers conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle matching the suspect’s description near the intersection of East 70th Street and Line Avenue. Thomas was taken into custody without incident, and officers determined that he was driving while intoxicated.
Bryant Thomas has been charged with several offenses, including aggravated criminal property damage, assault by drive-by shooting, illegal use of a weapon, reckless operation of a vehicle, and driving while intoxicated.
Shreveport Police commend the swift response of their officers, which led to the prompt arrest of the suspect and resolution of the situation.
