The Lafayette Police Department has made two arrests following a shooting incident that occurred in the 300 block of Chalmette Drive.
The investigation revealed that the victim and the primary suspect, Broderick Brown Jr., were involved in a verbal altercation in the parking lot of the location. During the argument, the suspect produced a firearm and shot the victim before fleeing the scene in a vehicle.
Officers were able to quickly locate and apprehend the suspects.
- Juvenile, 17, of Lafayette, was arrested on a charge of attempted second-degree murder and illegal discharge of a firearm.
- Danvonrick Foster, 26, of Lafayette, was arrested on a charge of principal to second-degree murder.
Both were booked into the Lafayette Parish Jail.
The victim was transported to a local hospital, where he underwent surgery and is currently listed in stable condition.
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The Lafayette Police Department (LPD) is investigating a Thursday morning shooting on Chalmette Drive.
One victim has been located and transported to a local hospital with unknown injuries, according to a spokesperson for LPD.
This remains an active and ongoing scene.
LPD investigators are currently on-site working to process evidence, interview potential witnesses, and determine the sequence of events.
Anyone with information related to this incident is asked to contact the Lafayette Police Department or Lafayette Crime Stoppers at (337) 232-TIPS (8477). You can download the LPD App and submit your information via the submit a tip tab. You can also contact Lafayette Crime Stoppers by downloading the P3 TIPS Mobile App or by dialing 232-TIPS (8477) on your mobile device. All callers remain anonymous.
