Chief A. Perry Thomas reports that the Ville Platte Police Department is currently investigating a shooting which occurred at approximately 6:15 p.m. on Saturday, August, 30, 2025, on North Reed Street. When Ville Platte Police Officers responded to the shooting, they found a 23-year-old male had been shot. He was pronounced deceased by the Evangeline Parish Coroner.
Officers identified a shooter. No other information can be given at this time due to this case being under investigation. Chief Thomas asks if anyone has information about this crime to please call the Ville Platte Police Department at 337-363-1316. All calls will remain anonymous.
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