Louisiana Man Dead after Being Shot While in His Vehicle

Louisiana law enforcement officials began an investigation of a case Friday night after a call came in that a man was dead inside a car in the 2400 block of Catahoula Highway.

St. Martin Parish Sheriff Becket Breaux says his agency is investigating the case after someone called 911 Friday night just before 7 o'clock in the evening to make a report about the situation.

Breaux's deputies began their investigation after responding to the scene, where they confirmed that a man was dead inside the car. The man had been shot to death.

They have identified the man who was killed as 45-year-old Codie J. James of St. Martinville. The investigation into the case is proceeding, and officials with the St. Martin Parish Sheriff's Office are not giving any more information about the situation right now.

Breaux is asking anyone who might know the identity of the shooter or any other information that law enforcement officials need to know to call them. You can call 337-394-3071 which is the number for the St. Martin Parish Sheriff's Office.

If you prefer, you can give information anonymously by calling the St. Martin Crime Stoppers Tip Line at 337-344-3030. You can also provide anonymous information by using the P3 app on any mobile device.

Anyone using the TIPS Line or the P3 will remain anonymous and may receive a reward if their information leads to an arrest in this homicide case.