LAFAYETTE PARISH — The Lafayette Police Department is investigating a shooting incident in the 400 block of East University Avenue in Lafayette where four people were injured by gunfire, leaving two dead and two others in critical condition.

The Lafayette Police Department (LPD) reported that one of the victims was pronounced dead at the scene. The other three victims were rushed to a nearby hospital, where a second victim later succumbed to his injuries. The two remaining victims are currently in critical condition as medical personnel work to stabilize them.

Police responded promptly to the scene and have since established a crime scene on East University Avenue. LPD investigators are working diligently to uncover the details of the incident, piecing together what led up to the fatal shooting.

Authorities have not yet released the identities of the deceased as notifications of next of kin are still pending. Additional information about the victims is awaited once the families have been notified.

The Lafayette Police Department and Lafayette Crime Stoppers are urging anyone with information about this shooting to come forward. Neighbors who may have seen anything or have relevant information are encouraged to contact LPD or Crime Stoppers at (337) 232-TIPS (8477). Tips can also be submitted via the LPD app or the P3 Tips mobile app, where all callers remain anonymous.

The investigation is ongoing and more updates will follow as police gather more details.