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Two Detained After Reported Shooting Inside Opelousas Walmart

Officers have secured the scene to allow investigators to collect evidence to determine what happened.

Overview

  • Police say a shooting occurred inside the Walmart on Creswell Lane and that two people are in custody with no injuries reported.
  • The store was temporarily closed so investigators could process the scene and gather evidence before reopening.
  • Local reports and eyewitness posts say shots were fired in a store restroom and that the two detainees may be teens, but those details have not been confirmed by police.
  • A heavy law-enforcement response drew many social-media posts, some of which wrongly claimed an active shooter and spread unverified information.
  • Authorities are continuing their investigation and have asked the public to stay clear of the area while they determine cause, potential charges and next steps.