On the evening of April 19, 2015, 54-year-old Bennie Ledet Jr. was fatally shot following a verbal disagreement that turned physical in Lake Charles, Louisiana. The Calcasieu Parish Sheriff’s Office determined Ledet’s death was the result of a violent encounter and investigated the scene, questioned witnesses, and collected evidence.

Detectives identified 26-year-old Christian K. Bourriague as the person who shot Ledet. Bourriague was arrested and charged with second-degree murder. At trial the defense argued self-defense; the jury rejected that claim and found Bourriague guilty of second-degree murder, after which he received a lengthy prison sentence.

If anyone knew Bennie Ledet Jr., attended the trial, or has additional information about the events of April 19, 2015, contact the authorities who handled the case.