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.
PRINCE GEORGE’S COUNTY, Md. — Authorities are investigating a deadly shooting that occurred at the MGM National Harbor Hotel and Casino, leaving one man dead and another injured. Prince George’s County Police confirmed the fatality in a statement released on social media.
According to investigators, two adult men were struck by gunfire during the incident.
One victim was pronounced dead as a result of his injuries.
The second victim sustained a non-life-threatening injury after a bullet grazed him and was treated at the scene or a nearby medical facility.
Police stated that the suspect fled the location immediately after the shooting and remains at large.
At this time, officials have not released information regarding what led up to the incident. However, investigators emphasized that preliminary findings suggest the shooting was not a random act of violence.
The investigation remains active, and authorities have not yet disclosed the identities of the victims or provided a suspect description.
Anyone with information related to the incident is urged to contact Prince George’s County Police as the search for the shooter continues.