Shreveport Police Department patrol officers responded to a shooting at 1727 N. Market Street, near Superior Smoke Shop, on July 27 at approximately 1:40am. 

Upon arrival, officers located a 16 year old female suffering from a gunshot wound to the upper body. The victim was transported by Shreveport Fire Department medics to Ochsner LSU Health, where she succumbed to her injuries shortly after arrival.

SPD Homicide investigators responded to the scene and determined that a large crowd had gathered in the shopping center parking lot prior to the incident. During the gathering, multiple vehicles exchanged gunfire in the roadway. The victim was struck during this exchange.

This case remains an active and ongoing investigation. SPD urges anyone who may have witnessed the
shooting or has information that could aid detectives to contact the Shreveport Police Department at 318-673-7300 or submit anonymous tips through Caddo Crime Stoppers at 318-673-7373 or via their app.