Shreveport Police arrested Cory Dial (DOB: 06/07/1993) following a domestic violence investigation in the 1400 block of Highland Avenue.
On October 27, 2026, at approximately 11:50 p.m., patrol officers responded to a welfare concern after receiving information that a woman was being assaulted by her boyfriend.
Officers observed visible injuries to the victim’s face and neck, extensive damage to household furnishings, and damage to a garage door. The victim reported that Dial had become enraged, destroyed property, and left the residence before returning and forcing his way inside.
The victim told officers Dial pushed her, grabbed her face and neck, and pinned her against a wall. She also reported that his actions prevented her from safely calling 911.
Officers determined Dial had outstanding warrants for battery of a dating partner and simple battery. Patrol officers, assisted by SPD K-9 personnel, located him at a residence in the 300 block of Columbia Street. He exited after repeated commands and was taken into custody.
Dial was arrested for:
Battery of a Dating Partner
Interference with 911 Services
Outstanding warrants for Battery of a Dating Partner and Simple Battery
Kenneth Cottrell (DOB: 02/26/1986) was also arrested after allegedly attempting to obstruct officers’ efforts to apprehend Dial.
The Shreveport Police Department commends the responding patrol officers and K-9 personnel for their persistence in locating the suspect and helping protect the victim.