1 Killed, 1 Injured in St. Mary Parish Shooting (UPDATED)

UPDATE: Detectives have provided an update on the investigation into the incident.

Authorities say Heather Dupre died after receiving multiple lacerations. Skilan Gros was injured from a single gunshot wound to the head.

Detectives say no evidence suggests that a third person was involved in the incident..

“This is a tragic incident, and we extend our heartfelt sympathies to the families and friends,” said Chief Deputy Gary Driskell. “Our detectives are still processing evidence, but we are confident in our determination that the incident was confined to these two people and not the result of a third person.”

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BAYOU VISTA, La. (KPEL News): A fatal incident in Bayou Vista has claimed the life of one resident while injuring another.

Deputies with the St. Mary Parish Sheriff's Office responded to a welfare concern at a home on Southwest Road in Bayou Vista on 6:40 p.m. Sunday night. When they got on scene, they found two people - one was dead; the other was injured.

35-year-old Heather Dupre of Bayou Vista was identified as the fatality. Her cause of death has still not been determined.

28-year-old Skilan Gros - also of Bayou Vista - was transported by helicopter to a medical facility for the injuries.

The investigation continues.

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