Crime
Gabriel Williams accused of destroying evidence in deaths of Dahlen Semar and Madison Guillory in Lake Charles
The coroner will determine cause of death.
Lake Charles, LA – Last night, November 12, at approximately 8:00 p.m. Calcasieu Parish Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to a welfare check at a residence on Topsy Road in Lake Charles after a caller advised there was a possible ongoing hostage situation.
When deputies arrived, they attempted to make entry into the residence at which time they heard a gunshot.
CPSO ACT-Team responded and after clearing the residence deputies located two deceased females, Dahlen Semar, 23, and Madison Guillory, 23, both of Lake Charles.
After further investigation, detectives learned the complainant, Gabriel B. Williams, 24, Lake Charles, provided false and misleading information to deputies.
Detectives also learned after Williams contacted law enforcement he immediately attempted to destroy possible evidence in the case.
He was arrested and booked into the Calcasieu Correctional Center and charged with obstruction of justice; and failure to report certain felonies.
His bond is pending.
“The investigation is currently ongoing, and we are talking with family members and friends of both parties. We believe this is an isolated incident and I want to take this time to remind everyone in our community that help is available for those who may be experiencing hard times. If you or someone you know is struggling, please reach out for support. You can contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline by texting or calling 988,” stated Sheriff Stitch Guillory.
The coroner will determine cause of death.
CPSO Detective Alex Zaunbrecher is the lead investigator on this case.
An arrest is an indication that probable cause exists to believe the subject was involved in the offense alleged. A person is innocent until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt.
*To clarify at this time we don’t have any information to lead us to believe Williams had any first hand involvement with the deaths themselves.
CINCINNATI, OH – A 42-year-old man was fatally shot in Clifton Heights on Saturday afternoon, prompting an investigation by the Cincinnati Police Department (CPD) Homicide Unit.
Authorities responded to reports of a shooting in the 600 block of Riddle Road at approximately 4:13 p.m. on March 9.
Upon arrival, officers discovered a male victim, later identified as Kevin Garr, 42, suffering from a gunshot wound.
Emergency responders transported Garr to the University of Cincinnati Medical Center, where he was pronounced deceased.
As of now, no arrests have been made in connection with the shooting.
Detectives from the CPD Homicide Unit have launched an active investigation and are working to determine the circumstances surrounding the incident.
Authorities urge anyone with information regarding the shooting to contact the Homicide Unit at (513) 352-3542. Anonymous tips can also be submitted through Crime Stoppers.