News release from Opelousas Police Dept...
Opelousas Police are currently on the scene of a shooting that occurred in the 400 Blk. of West Bellevue St. The shooting evolved from an argument over child custody. As a result (2) adult male victims were struck by gunfire. Ambulances responded to the scene and transported both victims to a local hospital with critical to serious injuries. The  investigation is active and several witnesses are being interviewed at this time. More details will be released as they become available.
Opelousas Police ask anyone with any information related to this shooting to contact the Opelousas Police Department at 337-948-2500, crimetips@opelousaspd.com or through Crime Stoppers (337-948-TIPS, **TIPS on a mobile phone, www.stlandrycrimestoppers.com or download the P3 mobile App.) Tipsters will remain anonymous. Tipsters will receive a $2,500 cash reward.
