SHREVEPORT, La. — The Shreveport Police Department has arrested a suspect in connection with a fatal shooting that occurred on February 27, 2025, in the 500 block of East Stoner Avenue.
Following an extensive investigation, detectives identified Melvin Washington as the suspect in the killing of a 41-year-old man.
On March 21, 2025, officers from the SPD Violent Crimes Unit, with assistance from the Bossier City Police Department, executed a search warrant at a residence in Bossier City, Louisiana.
Washington was taken into custody without incident and charged with one count of second-degree murder.
Shreveport Police Chief Wayne Smith commended the efforts of the department and its collaboration with Bossier City Police.
“This is an outstanding job by SPD detectives, and we are thankful for the support of the Bossier City Police Department in apprehending another violent criminal and removing them from our streets,” Chief Smith said.
The investigation remains ongoing.
