SHREVEPORT, LA – On Saturday, April 5, 2025 at approximately 3:32 a.m., officers with the Shreveport Police Department responded to a reported shooting in the 7600 block of University Drive.
Upon arrival, officers discovered a male victim suffering from gunshot wounds to the abdomen and right arm. The victim was transported to Ochsner LSU Health Shreveport with life-threatening injuries.
According to initial reports, a resident was outside smoking a cigarette when he observed several individuals allegedly breaking into vehicles a few houses down.
The resident called 911 to report the activity. While still on the phone with dispatchers, one of the individuals reportedly approached the homeowner. After issuing multiple verbal commands for the individual to stop, the resident fired his weapon, striking the suspect twice.
No arrests have been made at this time. The investigation remains ongoing.
Love Shreveport-Bossier will continue to provide updates as more information becomes available.
