Louisiana State Police is investigating a deadly deputy-involved shooting in St. Mary Parish.
According to Sheriff Blaise Smith, the deputy shot a suspect early Tuesday morning. Officials close to the investigation tell us that shooting happened in Berwick. Specifics about the case have not yet been confirmed by State Police. More information about the case is expected to be released later today.
“It is an unfortunate and tragic event that caused the loss of life, Sheriff Smith said. I stand behind and support the actions of my deputies and we are cooperating fully with the Louisiana State Police in this investigation.
Breaux Bridge Man Arrested in Death of Infant Found in Car
St. Mary Parish Sheriff Blaise Smith says that Melancon has booked with second-degree murder charges.
ORIGINAL STORY: The St. Mary Parish Sheriff s Office received a call on Saturday, May 8 at approximately 2:30 pm of a suspicious car.
Deputies were dispatched to the vehicle that was located near the Intracoastal Bridge on Highway 317.
Upon arrival, they found a deceased infant s body inside the vehicle. The Sheriff s Office notified detectives and an investigation has been opened.
Around midnight, Sheriff Blaise Smith announced that a warrant has been issued for the suspect.
Ervin Melancon, 53, of Breaux Bridge, is wanted on the charge of Second-Degree Murder.
Breaux Bridge Man Arrested in Death of Infant Found in Car
St. Mary Parish Sheriff Blaise Smith says that Melancon has booked with second-degree murder charges.
ORIGINAL STORY: The St. Mary Parish Sheriff s Office received a call on Saturday, May 8 at approximately 2:30 pm of a suspicious car.
Deputies were dispatched to the vehicle that was located near the Intracoastal Bridge on Highway 317.
Upon arrival, they found a deceased infant s body inside the vehicle. The Sheriff s Office notified detectives and an investigation has been opened.
Around midnight, Sheriff Blaise Smith announced that a warrant has been issued for the suspect.
Ervin Melancon, 53, of Breaux Bridge, is wanted on the charge of Second-Degree Murder.
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