OPELOUSAS, LA. (KLFY) -- The Opelousas Police Department has arrested Jarlen Richard in connection with a drive-by shooting at the intersection of Jefferson Street and Oak Street.

Richard, 21, was taken into custody on Tuesday, August 5, 2025, and faces charges of assault by drive-by shooting and three counts of attempted first-degree murder.

The shooting incident involved multiple shots fired from a vehicle, endangering several individuals in the area. Fortunately, no fatalities were reported.

Detectives were able to identify Richard as a suspect through witness statements and surveillance footage, which led to his arrest.

The investigation remains ongoing, and authorities have indicated that additional arrests or charges may be forthcoming as the case develops.

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