On the night of Wednesday, August 16, 2023, tragedy struck in Alexandria, Louisiana, when 25-year-old Jamian Duncan, a male resident of the city, was fatally shot. The incident unfolded in the 2900 block of Levin Street, where a burst of gunfire shattered the late evening calm at approximately 10:50 PM. When Alexandria Police Department officers arrived at the scene, they discovered a chaotic situation with multiple victims.
In total, five individuals had sustained gunshot wounds of
varying severity. The injured parties were not transported by emergency medical services but were taken to Rapides Regional Medical Center in private vehicles. Despite the efforts of medical staff, Jamian Duncan succumbed to his injuries, his life cut short by the violence that erupted that night. The other four victims were treated for their injuries.
The Alexandria Police Department launched an investigation into the shooting, treating it as a homicide. The Rapides Parish Coroner's Office officially identified Jamian Duncan as the deceased. In the days following the shooting, law enforcement officials appealed to the public for any information that could lead to the identification and apprehension of the person or persons responsible for this act of violence. Authorities have encouraged anyone with knowledge of the incident to contact the Alexandria Police Detective Division or to provide anonymous tips through Crime Stoppers of Cenla.
As of now, the investigation into the death of Jamian Duncan remains active and ongoing. No suspects have been publicly identified, and no arrests have been announced in connection with the shooting. The motive for the shooting has not been released, leaving a community to mourn and await answers. The case continues to be a priority for local law enforcement as they work to bring closure to the family of Jamian Duncan and the other victims of that violent night.
