Ruston teen arrested for second-degree murder

RUSTON, La. (KNOE) - A 14-year-old is in custody for second-degree murder, according to the Ruston Police Department.

In a press release, RPD said that on May 19 at around 1:11 a.m. officers responded to a call about a person lying in the road near South Trenton Street and West Hilly Avenue. When officers arrived they found a male suffering from a gunshot wound.

The victim, who was later identified as a fourteen-year-old black male, was taken to Northern Louisiana Medical Center to be treated for his wound. He was later flown to Ochsner LSU Health-Shreveport where he died from his injuries.

In a press release, RPD said after conducting a “lengthy investigation” an arrest warrant for second-degree murder was issued for a teenage suspect.

On June 10, officers arrested a 14-year-old black male. He was taken and booked into the Green Oaks Detention Center.

Because this case involves minors, identities have not been released at this time.

Ruston Police Investigators are asking anyone with additional information to call the department at (318) 255-4141 or Crime Stoppers at (318) 255-1111.

This is a developing story. Check back for updates.

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