SHREVEPORT, La. — A man accused of forcing his way into a Shreveport home was arrested this week following a violent encounter that could have turned deadly.
According to Shreveport Police, the incident unfolded around 6:15 p.m. on April 15 in the 3100 block of Devaughn Street. Officers responded to reports of a home invasion and arrived to find that Dewayne Allen had allegedly broken into the residence.
Authorities say the homeowner, acting quickly to defend herself, retrieved a handgun. A physical struggle reportedly broke out between the two, during which the firearm discharged. Thankfully, no one was struck by the gunfire.
Following a detailed investigation, detectives with the Shreveport Police Department obtained a warrant for Allen’s arrest on one count of home invasion.
He was taken into custody on April 22nd by SPD’s Violent Crimes Unit without incident.
The case remains under investigation.
