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16-year-old arrested in fatal shooting of another teen in Monroe

MONROE, La. (KTVE/KARD) — On Tuesday, May 17, 2022, shortly before 5:30 AM, Monroe Police responded to a shot spotter alert at the corner of Winnsboro Road and Mississippi Street.

According to officers, they located a 16-year-old victim at the scene, suffering from a gunshot wound to the head.


The victim was pronounced dead at the scene.

During the investigation, officers identified and arrested a 16-year-old suspect.

The suspect was transported to the Green Oaks Detention Center.