Crime
29-year-old Kali Lynch-Roberts killed in Highland shooting
Shreveport, Louisiana – A tragic shooting early Sunday morning, November 17, has left one person dead and another in custody.
Incident Overview
At approximately 12:23 a.m., Shreveport Police Department (SPD) officers responded to a reported shooting in the 100 block of East Herndon Street.
Upon arrival, officers detained an alleged suspect who was still present at the scene. Inside the residence, they discovered a victim suffering from critical injuries.
Emergency Response
Officers performed CPR on the victim while awaiting the Shreveport Fire Department (SFD).
Firefighters arrived shortly after and attempted additional life-saving measures, but the victim was pronounced dead at the scene at 12:55 a.m.
Victim Identified
Later in the morning, at 11:16 a.m., the Caddo Parish Coroner’s Office identified the deceased as 29-year-old Kali Lynch-Roberts.
Investigation and Arrest
Police confirmed that a handgun was used in the fatal shooting. The suspect, whose identity has not been disclosed, was arrested and charged with second-degree murder.
They were transported to Shreveport City Jail following their detention.
Community Impact
The death of Kali Lynch-Roberts marks the 47th homicide in Caddo Parish in 2024 and the 44th within Shreveport city limits, underscoring ongoing concerns about violence in the region.
This incident remains under active investigation. Authorities are urging anyone with information to contact the Shreveport Police Department or Crime Stoppers to aid in the inquiry.
Further details will be released as they become available.
A horrific series of unprovoked stabbings unfolded in Manhattan on Monday morning leaving two men dead and a woman critically injured.
Authorities have identified the suspect as a 51-year-old resident of the Bellevue Men’s Shelter, who was apprehended shortly after the attacks.
Timeline of Events
First Attack: West 19th Street
The violent spree began around 8:20 a.m. when the suspect approached a 30-year-old man on West 19th Street near Eighth Avenue and stabbed him in the stomach.
- Victim: Identified as a construction worker.
- Response: The man was rushed to Bellevue Hospital, where he later died from his injuries.
Second Attack: East 30th Street
Roughly two hours later, at approximately 10:30 a.m., the suspect targeted another victim, this time a man in his 60s, on East 30th Street near the FDR Drive.
- Incident: The man was stabbed multiple times.
- Outcome: He was also transported to Bellevue Hospital, where he succumbed to his wounds.
Third Attack: East 42nd Street
Shortly before 11 a.m., the attacker struck again, stabbing a woman in the chest at East 42nd Street and First Avenue.
- Victim: A woman whose identity has not been disclosed.
- Condition: She was taken to Weill Cornell Medical Center, where she remains in critical condition.
Suspect and Arrest
The suspect was detained by authorities at East 46th Street and First Avenue, following a citywide manhunt.
- Residence: Identified as living at the Bellevue Men’s Shelter.
- Behavior: Sources indicated that the stabbings appeared random, with the attacker instigating disputes before each assault.
- Charges: Pending as of the latest updates.
Community and Police Response
The spree left Manhattan residents and authorities shaken. Police are investigating the motive behind the attacks, though preliminary findings suggest no connection between the victims and the assailant.
Victim Support and Resources
Authorities are urging anyone with information about the incidents to contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-577-TIPS.
The city also continues to emphasize the importance of mental health resources and safety measures for vulnerable populations.
This tragic incident highlights ongoing concerns about public safety and mental health crises within urban communities.