OPELOUSAS, LA. (
KLFY) — A teen was arrested in connection with the
shooting that occurred on Monday near the intersection of Lincoln Street and Plaisance Street, police said.
Police arrested a 15-year-old juvenile in connection with this incident and charged them with armed robbery and two counts of attempted first degree murder.
During the investigation, it was learned that the victim and suspects allegedly agreed to meet in the area for the purpose of purchasing an accessory to a firearm. Police reported the victim allegedly entered the suspects’ vehicle it was believed a second subject inside the vehicle allegedly placed the victim in a chokehold, while the driver, who was identified as the 15-year-old now in custody, allegedly stole cash from the victim’s pocket.
The victim was able to break free and exit the vehicle. As the victim fled, suspects allegedly fired multiple gunshots and the victim was struck twice, police said.
No further information was released.
Anyone with additional information regarding this case is urged to contact the Opelousas Police Department at (337) 948-2500.
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