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.
Christian County, Mo. — Authorities have identified the suspect accused of fatally shooting a deputy with the Christian County Sheriff’s Office during a traffic stop as Richard Bird.
At the time the Blue Alert was issued, the suspect had not yet been taken into custody.
According to law enforcement officials, the deputy initiated a traffic stop involving a 2001 Chevrolet extended cab pickup truck along State Highway 160 near Highlandville.
During the stop, the suspect allegedly opened fire, fatally wounding the deputy before fleeing the scene.
The suspect was reported to have traveled southbound on Highway 160 following the shooting.
Authorities described the suspect vehicle as a black 2001 Chevrolet extended cab pickup truck equipped with a silver brush guard, black body trim, tinted rear windows, and a three-ball trailer hitch. The vehicle was bearing Missouri license plate 9MG-X36.
A statewide Blue Alert was issued to notify the public and assist in locating the suspect.
Law enforcement officials urged residents not to approach the vehicle or suspect if located, but instead to immediately call 911 and provide detailed information while remaining at a safe distance.
Christian County is situated south of Springfield and north of Branson, an area that sees significant travel due to its proximity to the Ozarks.
Multiple agencies across the region coordinated efforts in response to the alert.
Authorities have not yet released further details regarding the circumstances surrounding the shooting or the status of the investigation.
Law enforcement officials expressed their condolences to the deputy’s family, colleagues, and the community as they continue to pursue justice in the case.