Hostage situation in Iberia Parish ends with suspect arrested
IBERIA PARISH, LA. (KLFY) — Authorities responded to a hostage situation in the 300 Block of Dubois Road that occurred yesterday night, deputies said.
Upon arrival, deputies secured the scene, and safely removed a female victim from the residence, authorities said.
After a three hour stand-off, deputies said they arrested and charged Dustin Walker, 34, of New Iberia for second degree battery and two counts of failure to appear. Deputies said additional charges are expected.
Walker is currently being held at the Iberia Parish Jail on a $65,000 bond.
Dustin walker, 34, of new iberia
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