In the quiet community of Olla, Louisiana, Devin Cole Hines, a 30-year-old Caucasian man, was known for his love of the outdoors and his compassionate heart. His life was abruptly cut short on Sunday, February 11, 2024, leaving a void in the lives of those who knew him. Authorities were called to a residence on Madison Lane in Kelly, Louisiana, with a report of a man in need of medical attention.
Upon their arrival, they discovered Devin Cole Hines deceased from a gunshot wound.
The Caldwell Parish Sheriff's Office immediately launched a homicide investigation into the circumstances surrounding Hines's death. Their efforts quickly led to the identification of a suspect. On Friday, February 15, 2024, just four days after the discovery of Hines's body, investigators apprehended Richie Alan Norris, a 34-year-old from Vidalia, Louisiana. The arrest was made without incident during a traffic stop at the intersection of Hwy 4 and Hwy 846 in Caldwell Parish. A warrant had been issued for Norris, charging him with second-degree murder in connection with the death of Devin Cole Hines.
Those who knew Devin Cole Hines remember him as an avid outdoorsman who found joy in hunting, fishing, and camping. He was also known for his kindness and his tendency to help those in need, whether it be a stray dog or a person being treated unfairly. His loyalty to his family was a cornerstone of his character. He is survived by his parents, siblings, and a host of other relatives and friends who are left to mourn their sudden and tragic loss. Funeral services were held on Saturday, February 17, 2024, at Beulah Baptist Church in Winnfield, Louisiana, followed by his interment at Urania Cemetery.
