SPD: Third person sought in connection with shooting that injured 8
SHREVEPORT, LA (KSLA) - A third man is now wanted by police in connection with a shooting that injured eight people last week in west Shreveport.
Police said the shooting is believed to have been the result of a dispute between 2 groups gathering in adjacent parking lots in the 3500 block of Hearne Ave. early on the morning of July 5.
The victims, including a 16-year-old female, are expected to recover.
Two other arrests have already been made in the case. Antonio Rhines, 20, and Treveon Wilson, 19, were arrested Tuesday for the shooting.
Rhines is charged with 2 counts of illegal use of a weapon, convicted felon in possession of a firearm, and parole violation. Wilson is charged with illegal use of a weapon.
Shreveport police investigators say they now have a warrant for the arrest of 17-year old Gerod T. Ward in connection with his alleged involvement in shooting.
Ward, whose is believed to live in the 500 block of Janet Lane in Shreveport, is now wanted on a warrant charging him with a single count of illegal use of a weapon.
Bond has been set at $100,000.00.
Anyone with information regarding the whereabouts of Ward are urged to contact Crimestoppers at (318) 673-7373.
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