Louisiana State Police Investigating East Carroll Parish Homicide (1)

Lake Providence – On Sunday, August 25, 2024, at approximately 9:00 p.m., Louisiana State Police/CID/Detectives - Monroe Field Office (LSP MFO) were requested by the East Carroll Parish Sheriff’s Office (ECPSO) to investigate a homicide that occurred at the Riverbend Detention Center.

The preliminary investigation revealed that two inmates began fighting inside the dormitory, which resulted in one inmate’s death.

LSP MFO will serve as the lead investigating agency, with ECPSO assisting. The investigation remains active and ongoing. No further information is available at this time.

Contact Information:

TFC Ryan Davis

Louisiana State Police

Public Affairs Section

Office: (318) 345-2810

[email protected]