The Union Parish Sheriff’s Office is investigating the murder of a Downsville man that was reported Friday night.
Sheriff Dusty Gates said the victim, a 49-year-old Downsville man, was found dead outside his residence on Mosleys Bluff Road. Investigators found the victim had died from gunshot wounds and determined the homicide occurred on Thursday night, October 5, around midnight.
Sheriff Gates said the victim’s name has not been released pending family notifications. The investigation is ongoing, and a person of interest is being sought.
Anyone with information on this incident is asked to contact UPSO at (318)368-3124 or submit tips online to https://unionsheriff.com/crimestoppers/.
