UPDATE: Louisiana Man Fatally Shot by New Iberia Police Identified

Louisiana State Police have identified the man killed in an officer-involved shooting in New Iberia as 30-year-old Justin Rhine.

The incident occurred on the evening of April 30, 2025, near the intersection of Ann Street and Buckeye Street. According to LSP, officers with the New Iberia Police Department and deputies from the Iberia Parish Sheriff’s Office were attempting to take Rhine into custody under an Order of Protective Custody—a legal measure typically issued when someone is believed to pose a danger to themselves or others.

When officers made contact, Rhine reportedly fled. During the pursuit, authorities say he produced a firearm, prompting NIPD officers to fire their service weapons. Rhine was struck and died at the scene. No officers were injured.

State Police confirm that the Louisiana State Police Crime Lab processed the scene as part of the ongoing investigation.

The investigation remains active, and officials say more details will be made available as the case develops.

ORIGINAL STORY

NEW IBERIA, La. — The Louisiana State Police (LSP) is investigating a fatal officer-involved shooting involving a New Iberia Police Department officer that occurred Wednesday evening near the intersection of Ann Street and Buckeye Street.

According to a press release from LSP, New Iberia officers responded to an incident shortly before 8:00 p.m. on April 30, 2025. During the response, one officer discharged their weapon, fatally striking a male subject.

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The individual was pronounced dead on the scene. Authorities have not yet released the identity of the deceased, and no officers were injured in the incident.

Details surrounding what led to the shooting remain unclear at this time. State Police detectives from the Bureau of Investigations – Region 2 were called in by the New Iberia Police Department to lead the inquiry. As of now, this remains an active and ongoing investigation.

Louisiana State Police are urging anyone who may have witnessed the incident or who may have video or photo evidence to come forward. Tips can be submitted anonymously through the LSP’s online reporting system at www.lsp.org or by calling the LSP Fusion Center Hotline at 1-800-434-8007.

The shooting has drawn concern from the community, as numerous people posted about hearing the shooting on social media. LSP says further details will be shared as the investigation develops.

This is a developing story. Check back for updates as more information is released.