Teenager injured in drive-by shooting in Houma

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On December 14, 2021, at approximately 1:00 a.m. TPSO deputies and detectives responded to the 3600 block of Thomas Dr. in the Village Subdivision regarding a shooting.

Upon arrival at this location, deputies learned that a 16-year-old male had been shot in his lower body. Acadian Ambulance transported the victim to a local hospital to be treated for the gunshot wound. The victim’s injury does not appear to be life threatening.


 

The victim was said to be walking on Thomas Dr. when the suspects pulled up in a dark colored vehicle and fired several shots. There was a residence in the area that had multiple bullet holes that occurred during this shooting. There were not any other injuries reported.

 

TPSO detectives are actively investigating this case and are asking for anyone with information to contact the Sheriff’s Office, (985) 876-2500, or Crime Stoppers, 1 (800) 743-7433, and many become eligible for a cash reward up to $1,000.00. Callers to not have to give their names and could still receive the reward upon arrest being made.