The St. Charles Parish Sheriff’s Office is investigating a shooting after a 50-year-old man shot a teen jogger this evening. According to the St. Charles Parish Sheriff’s Office, there will be a heavy police and EMS presence in the 500 block of Cypress Street in Luling in reference to a shooting.
SCPSO says a 50-year-old man was target shooting on the levee when a 17-year-old male jogger ran into the path of fire and was struck. The 17-year-old boy suffered gunshot wounds and was transported to an area hospital for medical treatment.
SCPSO confirms the suspect is in custody and the area is secure. There is no threat to the public. No additional details are available at this time.
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