In the late hours of Saturday, January 10, 2026, the life of 19-year-old Curtis Doty, a Black male, was tragically cut short in Natchitoches, Louisiana. Officers from the Natchitoches Police Department were dispatched to the 800 block of Dorothy Street around 10:44 p.m. following reports of a gunshot victim. Upon their arrival, they discovered Doty suffering from multiple gunshot wounds.
First responders at the scene immediately began to render aid to the teenager.
Despite their efforts, Curtis Doty succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced deceased by the Natchitoches Parish Coroner's Office. The investigation into his death was quickly classified as a homicide, prompting a full inquiry by the city's police department.
Detectives began their work by speaking with several witnesses at the scene. Their statements, combined with evidence collected from the area, initiated the early stages of the investigation. The Natchitoches Police Department has indicated that the collected evidence would be sent to a crime lab for further analysis. As of the latest reports, the investigation into the shooting death of Curtis Doty is ongoing. Authorities have not publicly identified any suspects or made any arrests in connection with the case. The police department has encouraged anyone with information to come forward to assist in their investigation.
