Louisiana – Louisiana State Police said detectives are investigating a deputy-involved shooting that occurred Sunday afternoon in DeSoto Parish.
According to officials, the incident happened on Aug. 24, 2025, at about 3:30 p.m. on Interstate 49 near Louisiana Highway 509. The DeSoto Parish Sheriff’s Office requested the Louisiana State Police Bureau of Investigations to take the lead on the case.
Detectives confirmed that one subject was shot during the incident and pronounced dead. No deputies were injured. Investigators remained at the scene Sunday evening to gather evidence and interview witnesses as part of the ongoing investigation.
Louisiana State Police asked anyone with information, photos, or video related to the incident to come forward. Tips can be submitted anonymously through the State Police online reporting system at lsp.org by selecting “Report Suspicious or Criminal Activity,” or by calling the LSP Fusion Center Hotline at 1-800-434-8007.
Officials emphasized that the investigation is active and more details will be released when available.