Vermilion Parish Authorities Arrest Suspect in Drive-By Shooting

ABBEVILLE, La. (KPEL News) - Early in the morning on November 19, 2024, Vermilion Parish Sheriff's Office deputies responded to a 911 call regarding a shooting on LA Highway 695. Sheriff Eddie Langlinais confirmed that the incident involved multiple shots fired into a residence occupied by the homeowner and a guest. Fortunately, no injuries were reported during the alarming incident.

Patrol deputies and detectives launched an immediate investigation upon arrival, collecting evidence that led to the identification of 52-year-old Frederick Washington, a resident of Abbeville, Louisiana, as the suspect. Authorities obtained an arrest warrant for Washington on the felony charge of Assault by Drive-by Shooting.

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Later that afternoon, Washington was located on Hathorne Street in Abbeville. Detectives secured a search warrant for the premises and, with the support of the Vermilion Parish SWAT Team and officers from the Abbeville Police Department, safely apprehended Washington at approximately 4:56 PM without further incident.

Washington was subsequently booked into the Vermilion Parish Correctional Center, where his bond has been set at $100,000. Sheriff Langlinais expressed his gratitude for the collaborative efforts of the involved law enforcement teams, whose coordination ensured the swift resolution of the case and the safety of the community.

The Vermilion Parish Sheriff’s Office remains committed to protecting residents and swiftly addressing threats to public safety.