Drive-by shooting reported on Lanny Street; no injuries reported

Deputies with the Rapides Parish Sheriff’s Office are investigating a reported drive-by shooting that occurred Friday evening in the 5000 block of Lanny Street off Louisiana Highway 1 North.

According to the sheriff’s office, patrol deputies responded to the area at approximately 6:30 p.m. on May 29 after receiving reports of shots being fired.

Upon arrival, deputies discovered a vehicle that had been struck by gunfire. No injuries were reported.

Sheriff’s detectives and members of the Crime Scene Unit responded to process the scene and continue the investigation.

Preliminary information indicates an altercation involving juveniles occurred earlier in the day. Investigators believe one of the individuals involved may have later returned to the area and fired shots.

The investigation remains active and ongoing.

Anyone with information about the incident is encouraged to contact the Rapides Parish Sheriff’s Office at 318-473-6700 or Crime Stoppers at 318-443-7867.