Arrest made following LaPlace shooting investigation

LAPLACE, La. (WGNO) — A man was arrested on Thursday in connection to a LaPlace shooting investigation that began on Wednesday night.

According to the St. John the Baptist Parish Sheriff’s Office, on April 9, around 8:25 p.m., deputies responded to a shooting incident on Richmond drive. On scene, a 26-year-old man was found having been shot several times. He has since been taken to a New Orleans hospital where he is reportedly in critical condition.

Officials say the victim was reportedly in a physical altercation with a suspect, later identified as 26-year-old Keenon Alexander. During the altercation, Alexander allegedly pulled a handgun and shot the victim multiple times before fleeing on foot.

After being identified in connection with the case, Alexander was arrested at his home around 4 a.m. on April 10. He faces charges of attempted second-degree murder, possession of a firearm/carry of a concealed weapon by a convicted felon (felony,) contempt of court (felony) and contempt of court (misdemeanor.)

Anyone with information that can help in the investigation is asked to contact the SJBPSO by calling its TIPS line at 985-359-TIPS or the Criminal Investigations Division at 504-494-4170 or 985-359-8773.

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