Bossier City, LA – Two Bossier City Police officers were injured in a shooting incident Saturday afternoon during a call for service at an apartment complex in the city.
According to the Louisiana State Police, detectives were called around 2 p.m. to investigate an officer-involved shooting at the Villaggio Apartments, located at 5200 East Texas Street. The officers had reportedly responded to a service call and were met by an armed individual, leading to the exchange.
Preliminary findings suggest that both officers suffered non-life-threatening injuries after being shot. The suspect, whose identity has not yet been released, was found critically injured with what authorities believe was a self-inflicted gunshot wound.
State Police emphasized that the investigation remains active and ongoing as detectives continue to collect evidence and interview witnesses. Additional updates are expected as more information becomes available.
Officials are urging anyone with photos, videos, or knowledge about the incident to come forward. Anonymous tips can be submitted through the Louisiana State Police website at lsp.org or by calling the LSP Fusion Center Hotline at 1-800-434-8007.
Anyone with direct inquiries can contact Trooper Eddie Thomas with the Louisiana State Police Public Affairs Section-Troop G at (318) 741-7411 or eddie.thomas2@la.gov.
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