Crime
41-year-old Travis Thorne killed after shooting in Crowley, suspect Johnus Lambert at large
Police allege that after the fistfight escalated, Lambert shot Thorne multiple times before fleeing the scene in a silver 2011 Nissan Maxima.
Crowley, LA – Authorities are actively searching for a suspect involved in a fatal shooting that occurred on Friday evening, October 18th, in the 600 block of Dejean Circle.
The victim, 41-year-old Travis Trentel Thorne, was found lying on the ground with multiple gunshot wounds.
Despite the efforts of emergency medical responders, Thorne was pronounced dead at the scene.
Crowley police responded to reports of the shooting around 9:30 PM and discovered Thorne had been involved in a physical altercation with 30-year-old Johnus Lambert.
Police allege that after the fistfight escalated, Lambert shot Thorne multiple times before fleeing the scene in a silver 2011 Nissan Maxima.
The public is urged to assist authorities in locating Johnus Lambert.
Anyone with information regarding his whereabouts is asked to contact the Crowley Police Department at (337) 783-1234.
It’s important to note that the shooting is not connected to the ongoing International Rice Festival, which is being held in a different part of town.
CHICAGO, IL – A 25-year-old man was fatally shot following a heated argument in River North early Sunday morning, according to the Chicago Police Department (CPD).
Authorities say the victim, identified as George Davenport, was involved in an altercation with another man around 3:15 a.m. on the sidewalk in the 600 block of North Franklin Street.
During the dispute, the suspect produced a firearm and opened fire, striking Davenport multiple times in the chest.
Emergency responders from the Chicago Fire Department arrived at the scene and provided initial medical treatment before transporting the victim to Northwestern Memorial Hospital, where he was pronounced deceased.
Following the shooting, the suspect fled the scene.
As of now, no arrests have been made.
The Chicago Police Department continues to investigate and urges anyone with information to come forward.
Individuals with details about the incident can provide tips anonymously through CPD’s tip line or contact Area Three detectives.