Published: 09-22-2026 | Category: BOI
Jennings – On September 21, 2026, at approximately 9:15 p.m., detectives within the Criminal Investigations Division, Sulphur Field Office, were requested by the Jefferson Davis Parish Sheriff’s Office (JDPSO) to investigate a deputy-involved shooting that occurred at a business near the 1800 block of Elton Road.
The preliminary investigation revealed that JDPSO deputies responded to the gas station following a reported armed robbery. While searching the area, a JDPSO deputy located the subject lying in a ditch behind the business. The subject charged toward the deputy while armed with a knife. In response, the deputy discharged his service weapon striking the subject.
The subject was transported to an area hospital for treatment. No deputies were injured during the incident. This remains an active investigation. Additional details will be released as they become available.
Anyone with information and/or pictures and video is urged to share that information with LSP Detectives, citizens can anonymously report information through the Louisiana State Police online reporting system by visiting File a Report, or calling the LSP Fusion Center Hotline at 1-800-434-8007.
Contact Information:
Trooper Roy Jones
Louisiana State Police
Public Affairs Section – Troop D
Office: (337) 491-2511