State Police is investigating a fatal officer-involved shooting that happened last night in Lake Charles. Trooper Derek Senegal says Lake Charles police officers responded to an alleged carjacking and when officers located the vehicle, a pursuit ensued and ended when the suspect crashed into a house.
“The suspect was in possession of a firearm. Officers discharged their service weapons striking the suspect,” said Senegal.
Senegal says the suspect has been identified as 37-year-old William Joseph Latour, III.
“He was pronounced deceased at the scene. No officers were injured,” said Senegal.
Senegal says the investigation is ongoing, but they know the suspect was armed…
“The investigation is still active and ongoing, but he was in possession of a firearm,” said Senegal.
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