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Fatal shooting

Fatal shooting
Young people ride along a parade float during the 2024 Rayville Martin Luther King Jr. Parade. The annual MLK Jr. Parade will return to downtown Rayville at 11 a.m. Jan. 19, continuing the community tradition of honoring the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

Man found dead following early morning call on LA 583

The Richland Parish Sheriff’s Office is investigating a fatal shooting reported early Thursday morning on Highway 583.

According to a news release from Sheriff Neal Harwell, deputies responded to a 9-1-1 call at approximately 3:40 a.m. Jan. 9 at 1677 Highway 583. Upon arrival, deputies found Michael Shannon Chriceol, 55, deceased from a gunshot wound.

Sheriff’s officials said the incident appears to be isolated and there is no indication of an ongoing threat to the public at this time. The investigation remains active as deputies continue to gather information.

Out of respect for the integrity of the investigation and those involved, no additional details were released.

Authorities said more information will be released as it becomes available.

Anyone with information related to the incident is asked to contact the Richland Parish Sheriff’s Office at 318-728-2071.


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