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Police searching for suspect in New Iberia shooting that killed two brothers

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The New Iberia Police Department is searching for a suspect wanted in connection to shooting that killed two brothers.

Police say Antoine Jones is wanted on two counts of First Degree Murder in connection with the June 14 shooting.

That incident, which occurred in the 500 block of Johnston Street in New Iberia, killed 13-year-old Demarcus Brown, Jr. and injured his brother, 18-year-old Tre'gon Norman.

Norman died from his injuries on June 22 at a Lafayette hospital.

Read more on the incident: Family identifies brothers in fatal New Iberia shooting

On Friday, August 14, 2020, Detectives with the New Iberia Police Department obtained a Warrant of Arrest for Jones on two counts of First Degree Murder.

Police says that Jones should be considered Armed and Dangerous.

Anyone knowing his whereabouts are asked to contact Law Enforcement immediately or contact Iberia Crime Stoppers at 364-TIPS or submit your tip at www.P3TIPS.com.

Individuals with information may also contact the New Iberia Police Department at (337) 369-2306. All tips will remain anonymous.

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