Crime
One Dead, Another Injured Following Shooting and Barricade Incident in Woonsocket
WOONSOCKET, R.I. – A violent altercation on Main Street Tuesday night resulted in one man’s death and another being critically injured, according to Woonsocket Police.
Authorities reported that a 57-year-old man became involved in a heated confrontation with a 32-year-old man, which quickly escalated.
During the altercation, the older man opened fire, striking the younger man multiple times.
Following the shooting, the 57-year-old suspect retreated into an apartment, where he subsequently barricaded himself inside.
Law enforcement officers responded to the scene, attempting to de-escalate the situation.
However, before officers could intervene, the man fatally shot himself inside the residence.
Emergency responders transported him to Landmark Hospital, where he was pronounced deceased.
The 32-year-old victim was rushed to Rhode Island Hospital, where he remains in critical condition.
At this time, authorities have not disclosed the circumstances that led to the altercation.
The incident remains under active investigation by Woonsocket Police, who are working to determine the motive behind the dispute.
Crowley, La. — A homicide investigation is underway following a fatal shooting at an apartment complex in Crowley, according to local authorities.
Officers with the Crowley Police Department responded on February 21 to reports of gunshots at the Canaan Village Apartments.
Upon arrival, officers located a 21-year-old man lying on the ground with a gunshot wound to the left side of his head.
The victim was pronounced deceased at the scene and later identified as Cam’ron Scott.
Investigators reported that witnesses at the scene identified Javon Davis as the individual responsible for the shooting.
During the course of the investigation, officers recovered a used handgun believed to be connected to the incident.
An arrest warrant has been issued for Davis on a charge of second-degree murder.
Authorities are actively searching for the suspect and are asking anyone with information regarding his whereabouts to contact the Crowley Police Department at 337-783-1234.
The investigation remains ongoing.