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Deputy US Marshal Killed, Suspect Injured in Alexandria Arrest-Warrant Shooting
A Deputy US Marshal from the Western District of Louisiana was killed Monday afternoon during a law enforcement operation in Alexandria. The suspect was taken into custody after a standoff and is under investigation.
Jul 14, 2:39 AM·1m read4 sources
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A Deputy US Marshal was fatally shot Monday while serving an arrest warrant in Alexandria, Louisiana. The shooting occurred around 3 p.m. during an operation by the US Marshals Violent Offender Task Force and local sheriff’s detectives.
The deputy, from the Western District of Louisiana, was killed in the incident, the US Marshals Service confirmed. The suspect sustained injuries, barricaded himself, and was taken into custody after a lengthy standoff. He was transported to a local hospital for treatment.
The FBI is leading the investigation into the assault on a federal officer. Louisiana State Police is examining potential state law violations. The Rapides Parish Sheriff’s Office, Louisiana State Police, and the FBI responded to the scene and will continue the probe.
The FBI New Orleans Field Office stated there is no ongoing threat to the public. More details on how the shooting unfolded were not immediately available Monday night.
