Update: Crowley police have confirmed that Johnus Lambert has turned himself in.
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Authorities are investigating a fatal shooting that occurred on the afternoon of October 18th at 628 Dejean Circle. Crowley Police Chief Troy Hebert confirmed that 41-year-old Travis Trentel Thorne was found unresponsive with multiple gunshot wounds.
First responders attempted life-saving measures, but Thorne was pronounced dead on the scene. According to witnesses, Thorne and the suspect, identified as 30-year-old Johnus Lambert, were involved in a physical altercation prior to the shooting. Lambert reportedly fled the scene in a silver 2011 Nissan Maxima.
Detectives, including Detective Desmond Cole and Sgt. Willie J. Cole Jr., are leading the investigation and have confirmed that this is being treated as a 1st Degree Homicide case. Authorities are actively seeking any information on Lambert’s whereabouts and are urging the public to come forward if they have details regarding his location.
The Crowley Police Department asks that anyone with information related to the incident contact them directly at 337-783-1234. The investigation remains ongoing.
