Derrick James Thornton

Murdered
Case Description
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Derrick James Thornton, a 43-year-old resident of Lake Charles, Louisiana, was fatally shot in the early morning hours of February 18, 2023. The incident occurred in the 1500 block of O'Brien Street in Lake Charles.

The Lake Charles Police Department (LCPD) initiated an investigation into the homicide. As part of their inquiry, they identified the victim and began searching for the perpetrator involved in the fatal shooting.

On March 3, 2023, the LCPD announced the arrest of a ...Read More
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    Victim Details

    Derrick James Thornton

    Male

    Black / African American

    Lake-charles

    LA

    2023-02-18

    43

    Derrick

    James Thornton

    Yes

    12/12/2024

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    Has anyone heard of any enemies that Derrick may have?... ...Read More
    11/16/2023
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