A neighbor dispute in Lake Charles, Louisiana, ended with the death of 56-year-old David K. Fife on September 25, 2024. According to the Calcasieu Parish Sheriff’s Office, the confrontation began as a verbal argument on Bennie Lane and escalated. Deputies say Fife initially grabbed a weapon, set it down, then continued to advance toward his neighbor, 26-year-old Christian K. Bourriague, who was armed. Bourriague called 911 at about 8:30 p.m. to report he had shot Fife.

Deputies found Fife deceased outside with what appeared to be multiple gunshot wounds. Bourriague was arrested and charged with second-degree murder; the investigation is ongoing. An obituary identifies the victim as David Kyle Fife, a journeyman electrician and member of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers who enjoyed riding his Harley Davidson and spending time with family.

If anyone saw the confrontation on Bennie Lane that night or has information about what happened, please share what is known.