ST. LANDRY PARISH — According to the Opelousas Police Department, through the course of the investigation, detectives identified Dominique Trotter as a suspect in the shooting. Investigators have since obtained an arrest warrant for Trotter on the charge of Attempted Second Degree Murder. Trotter is considered armed and dangerous.
Authorities believe Trotter is one of several individuals who participated in the shooting.
Investigators are urging Dominique Trotter to do the right thing and turn himself in to law enforcement.
The Opelousas Police Department reminds the public that any person found assisting or harboring Trotter in an attempt to evade arrest may also face criminal charges.
The victim in this case remains in critical condition at a local hospital.
Anyone with information regarding Dominique Trotter’s whereabouts or information related to this investigation is urged to contact the Opelousas Police Department at (337) 948-2500. All calls may remain anonymous.
Additional updates will be released as information becomes available and as the investigation allows.
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Here is our previous story:
The Opelousas Police Department is currently investigating a shooting that happened on October 16, at about 6:35 p.m. near Market Street and Church Street.
One person was injured and was transported to a local hospital. Their condition is not being released at this time.
This investigation is active and ongoing. Detectives are working to gather information and determine the circumstances surrounding the incident.
The Opelousas Police Department is asking anyone who may have information, video footage, or details related to this incident to please come forward. Anyone with information is encouraged to call the Opelousas Police Department at 337-948-2500 or
Crime Stoppers 337-948-TIPS (8477)
We will keep you updated as we receive more information.
