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St. Landry Parish officials have recorded the first homicide of this year.

A gunshot victim alleges he was then assaulted by another person in a case that has several twists.

Sheriff Bobby J. Guidroz has confirmed the death and identity of a woman initially found unresponsive in a vehicle in the Melville area this past Sunday (8/7/22).

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The shooting happened on Bradley Street.

Officials say they are still investigating all the details.

Investigators with the St. Landry Parish Sheriff's Office say they do have a person of interest in connection with this case.

The investigaton is ongoing, and no other details will be released right now.

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43-year-old James Collins allegedly got into an argument over a cigarette later and eventually stabbed the victim in the face.

Two men are being sought by law enforcement.

The man's bond was set at $36,500.

Anyone can call Crime Stoppers anonymously to report a crime by dialing 337-948-TIPS (8477).

There was also a 16-year-old juvenile was also in the car.

Several other people were taken to area hospitals.

A Lafayette man is facing charges in an August shooting.

Detectives are hoping someone will give them more information about what happened.

First responders are currently on the scene at Bellevue Animal Clinic in Opelousas after a vehicle reportedly drove into the building.

A call was made to 911 after 5 o'clock on Wednesday, September 16.

A call was made to 911 yesterday after 5 o'clock.