Louisiana State Police Investigate Trooper-Involved Shooting Killing Passenger in Lafourche Parish

On September 8, 2025, a Louisiana State Police trooper attempted to stop a vehicle in Houma, which led to a chase after the driver refused to comply. The vehicle came to a stop at a dead end on Lake Long Drive, where a passenger exited with a firearm and was fatally shot by the trooper, dying at the scene. The driver then fled, prompting a second pursuit that ended in a crash on Louisiana Highway 1 near Lefort Bypass Road, where the driver was taken into custody and later hospitalized for minor injuries. The driver is expected to face multiple charges related to the incident. The Force Investigation Unit and the Louisiana State Police Crime Lab are conducting a thorough and ongoing investigation to ensure transparency and accountability. Authorities have promised additional updates as the investigation progresses.