Violent brawl in downtown Shreveport

State police requested for Shreveport's weekend downtown safety

SHREVEPORT, La. (KTAL/KMSS) —  On Monday, State Representative Steven Jackson sent a formal request to Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry and Louisiana State Police Superintendent Colonel Robert Hodges, asking for a specialized state police presence in downtown Shreveport on weekend evenings. Woman shot in Greenwell Village Mobile Home Park The request comes on the heels of several brawls that broke out in downtown Shreveport during the overni…

Shreveport City Council to address recent violence issues

SHREVEPORT, La. (KTAL/KMSS) — A series of violent altercations erupted in downtown Shreveport in the early hours following Halloween, prompting city leaders to call for enhanced public safety measures. The fights occurred at the intersection of Spring Street (La. Hwy 1) and Texas Street, resulting in several arrests, according to Corporal Chris Bordelon of the Shreveport Police Department. Authorities are seeking public assistance to identify al…

Shreveport brawl prompts special council meeting

(The Center Square) — The Shreveport City Council has called a special meeting for Tuesday after a violent fight broke out downtown over the weekend.

Halloween Costumes Didn't Keep The Fine Folks Of Shreveport From Knocking Each Other Out In The Street

You're an out of touch maniac if you think Halloween is a holiday just for the kids. It is for the kids, but it's also an excuse for adults to dress up and, if the vibes are right, get a little nuts in the streets.The vibes were right this weekend in downtown Shreveport, Louisiana. It was Halloween night, a large group of people had come together, some in costumes, and knocking each other out in the street seemed like a good idea.The unruly crow…

Violent brawl in downtown Shreveport

SHREVEPORT, La. – A dramatic fight was caught on camera in downtown Shreveport this weekend, just days after a City Council meeting addressing unruly crowds.

Shreveport Police Deployed After Massive Violent Brawl At Spring And Texas Streets

A tense incident in downtown Shreveport has sparked strong reactions from the mayor, who’s calling for community involvement in keeping the area safe. Let’s break it down. Continue reading…