Darrell Singleton

Darrell Junius Singleton, a 31-year-old Black man from Breaux Bridge, Louisiana, was known for his joyful spirit and his love for making people laugh. His family and friends remember him as someone who made sure everyone around him was happy. Darrell had a deep affection for animals, a passion he shared with everyone, and he enjoyed raising dogs and roosters. His life was a source of happiness for many, especially his close-knit family.

The evening of Sunday, April 22, 2018, ended that life in a sudden and violent act. Emergency personnel were initially called to the scene of what appeared to be a car crash on Interstate 10, just west of the small town of Duson, Louisiana. When Acadia Parish Sheriff’s deputies arrived, they discovered that the driver, identified as Darrell Singleton, had been shot. He was found inside his vehicle and was pronounced dead at the scene.

The investigation into Darrell’s death was launched by the Acadia Parish Sheriff’s Office. Sheriff K.P. Gibson released a statement indicating that the incident may have originated in a different parish. Investigators believe that as Darrell’s vehicle was traveling westbound on I-10, shots were heard being fired near the Duson exit. This suggested a complex and mobile crime scene, adding layers of difficulty for law enforcement. In the immediate aftermath, authorities had no suspects and few leads to follow.

In the days following his death, Darrell’s family gathered to mourn their loss. A funeral service was held on Saturday, April 28, 2018, at Pellerin Funeral Home in his hometown of Breaux Bridge. Family and friends attended, remembering the man who brought so much laughter into their lives. He was later laid to rest at St. John Francis Regis Cemetery in Arnaudville. He is survived by his father, Darrell James Ledet; his mother, Sarah Louise Singleton; his sisters, Victoria Singleton and Paige Lambert; a nephew and two nieces; his godmother; and his companion, Tyanna Alexander.

Years have passed since Darrell Singleton was killed, and his case remains unsolved. The initial questions surrounding the shooting are still unanswered. Who shot Darrell Singleton and why remain a mystery that his loved ones and investigators are desperate to solve. The Acadia Parish Sheriff's Office has continued to ask for the public's help, hoping that someone might have seen something or has information that could finally lead to a breakthrough in the case.

The investigation into the homicide of Darrell Singleton is ongoing. As of April 2018, no arrests have been made, and no suspects have been publicly identified. Authorities urge anyone with information about the shooting to come forward. The Acadia Parish Sheriff’s Office can be reached at 337-788-8772, and anonymous tips can be submitted to Crime Stoppers of Acadia Parish at 337-789-TIPS.