July 6, 2025

Shreveport Police Investigate Two Recent Homicides

News Summary

Shreveport police are probing two recent violent incidents, one leading to the arrest of a suspect in a woman’s homicide. This rise in violence raises community safety concerns as citizens call for increased police presence and preventive measures.

Shreveport Police Investigate Two Recent Homicides, One Leading to Officer-Involved Shooting

Shreveport police are investigating two recent homicides, the most recent occurring on July 5, where a woman was shot and killed in her home on N. Windermere Drive. The incident also left a man critically injured, prompting further investigation by law enforcement and the community.

At approximately 7 a.m., officers responded to reports of a shooting at the residence. Officers discovered the body of a 40-year-old woman, identified as Corinthian Shepard, who had sustained gunshot wounds to her upper body. She was pronounced dead at the scene at 7:09 a.m.

In a separate incident, a male victim was found outside the home with a gunshot wound to the head. He has been hospitalized at Oschner LSU Health Shreveport and is currently reported to be in stable condition after being critically injured.

Following the shooting, police arrested Richard Williams, who has been charged with second-degree homicide in connection with Shepard’s death. This latest incident marks the 19th homicide in Shreveport this year, raising concerns over gun violence in the area.

Background on Recent Homicides

Shreveport has seen a disturbing increase in violent incidents recently. On May 27, 2023, another homicide took place involving 15-year-old Kevin R. Ester, who was shot following a dispute between neighbors in the 3100 block of Parkhurst Street. Ester was pronounced dead at Ochsner LSU Health the following morning. A 14-year-old has been arrested and charged with one count of manslaughter for Ester’s shooting.

Shreveport Police Chief Wayne Smith has expressed condolences to Ester’s family, reiterating the commitment of the police department to ensure safety within the community amidst rising crime rates.

Details of Officer-Involved Shooting

Additionally, an officer-involved shooting occurred during a family argument on Mother’s Day on Yancey Street. The incident involved a man named Randall Jack, 36, who was shot and killed by his brother-in-law during a domestic dispute. Reports indicate that neighbors heard gunshots and noted the swift arrival of police at the scene.

The situation escalated, with the suspect having a firearm and reportedly ignoring commands from police officers for around 15 minutes before officers discharged their weapons, resulting in the suspect being shot. Currently, the Louisiana State Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding this officer-involved shooting, which marks the first fatal shooting involving Shreveport police in 2023.

Community Response and Safety Measures

The recent surge in violence and the incidents involving law enforcement have prompted discussions on community safety and crime prevention solutions. Residents have voiced concerns regarding the need for increased security measures and police presence in neighborhoods affected by violence.

The Shreveport police continue their efforts to gather more information about these homicides and officer-involved shooting incidents, working diligently to provide updates to the public as investigations progress. The community remains on edge as authorities aim to address the troubling trend of homicide and violence within the city.

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