Gunfire at The Revelry prompts arrest

A man was arrested early Friday morning after he allegedly fired numerous gunshots at a local bar.

Grambling Police responded to a shooting at The Revelry of Ruston on the South I-20 South Service Road about 1:00 a.m. Friday morning. On arrival, officers were advised security personnel had told a man he could not enter the establishment with alcohol and that the bar was closed.

According to officials, the suspect became irritated and fired a handgun six to eight times in the parking lot. After authorities questioned witnesses, they located the suspect at a local hotel.

Grant Alexander Godeaux, 27, was arrested and taken to the Lincoln Parish Detention Center where he was booked for aggravated assault by drive-by shooting, illegal carrying of a weapon, and illegal use of a weapon.

The Revelry of Ruston is within the Grambling city limits.

The shooting remains under investigation.

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