Two People Shot at an Apartment on Jeffrey Drive in Lafayette

UPDATE (8/21/26, 8:00 a.m.): Both subjects involved in the shooting incident are listed as being in stable condition. An update with more information will follow pending completion of the investigation.

LAFAYETTE, La. - At 12:52 a.m. on Friday, August 21, 2026, officers with the Lafayette Police Department were dispatched to an apartment in the 200 block of Jeffrey Drive in Lafayette in reference to a shooting in progress.

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Two Victims Transported to Hospital — Current Conditions

Once on scene, officers located two people suffering from gunshot wounds. Both individuals were transported via ambulance to a local hospital.

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One person is currently in stable condition but the condition of the second person is unknown at this time.

Crime Scene Established, Investigation Ongoing

A crime scene was establised and crime scene investigators along with LPD detectives were called to the scene.

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The investigation into this shooting remains ongoing. Updates will be provided as more information becomes available.

Investigation Ongoing — How to Submit Tips to Lafayette Police

Anyone with information related to this incident is asked to contact The Lafayette Police Department or Lafayette Crime Stoppers at (337) 232-TIPS (8477). You can download the LPD App and submit your information via the Submit a Tip tab. You can also contact Lafayette Crime Stoppers by downloading the P3 TIPS Mobile App or by dialing **TIPS (**8477) on your mobile device. All callers remain anonymous.