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Shawn Parish

Case from Plaisance, LA dated Sep 24, 2016

Victim Details

Shawn Parish

Male

Black / African American

Plaisance

LA

2016-09-24

19

Shawn

Parish

07/03/2026

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In the quiet community of Plaisance, Louisiana, the life of 19-year-old Shawn Parish was tragically cut short in an act of brutal violence. On September 24, 2016, just hours after he had celebrated his birthday, Parish and his friend, 21-year-old Nakia Ramar Jr., were discovered inside a car, both victims of a fatal shooting. The ambush-style attack sent shockwaves through the community and launched a years-long pursuit of justice for the two young men from Opelousas.

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  • KPEL 96.5: Victims Identified In Plaisance Double Homicide
  • KPEL 96.5: Son of Former Opelousas Police Chief Sentenced in Double Homicide
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