Police Chief in Opelousas, Louisiana Surrenders, Faces Charges
After being shot in the hand during a domestic incident, the Opelousas Police Chief has now turned himself and faces felony charges.
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Officer Arrested in Peculiar Shooting of Opelousas Chief and Wife
An Opelousas Police Officer turned herself in to the parish jail in connection with a peculiar shooting incident involving the Opelousas Police Chief and his wife who is a Captain with the St. Landry Parish Sheriff's Office.
Opelousas Police Work Two Family Shootings Over Labor Day
In both cases, the victims were shot by their nephews although the two cases are not related.
Opelousas Police Confirm Officer Under Investigation
The complaint stems from an alleged incident that took place at an Opelousas hospital in 2019.
Shooter Blasts Gas Line in Opelousas, Leak Contained Quickly
The suspect fired multiple rounds, one of them hit a gas line near a housing complex in Opelousas.
Opelousas Woman Shot in the Buttocks During Argument
The woman's injuries are not thought to be life-threatening. Police are continuing their investigation.
Opelousas Music Video Leads to Arrest of a Juvenile
Police say weapons taken from a police storage unit break-in were used in the video that featured an out of service Opelousas Police unit.
Opelousas Hit And Run Suspect Being Sought
The woman reportedly attempted to run over her ex-boyfriend's companion in the parking lot of an apartment complex.
Opelousas Police: 70-Year-Old Woman Shoots Husband During Argument
A 70-year-old woman has been arrested after police say she shot her husband during an argument.
Opelousas Police Chief Wants Non-Officers To Return Badges
The badges or commission cards were handed out to individuals over the past four years, now the Opelousas Police Chief wants them turned in.