Troy Ducote Shooting, Death, Obituary – On Friday, the Caddo Parish Coroner’s Office confirmed the identity of a man who was shot and killed at his apartment in the Werner Park neighborhood of Shreveport. The victim, Troy Ducote, was 35 years old and was found under the influence of a firearm at the scene. The tragic event occurred in the 3000 block of Boone Street, and Ducote was pronounced dead at 4:09 PM.

Ducote’s identity was established through fingerprint analysis, which matched the prints obtained from the crime scene. His death marks the 39th homicide in Shreveport this year and the 42nd in Caddo Parish, highlighting a concerning trend in local violence.

The circumstances leading up to the shooting are still under investigation. Authorities are seeking to understand the nature of the altercation that led to Ducote’s death. An autopsy has been requested to provide further insight into the specifics of the case.

As the investigation continues, the community remains on edge, hoping for answers and increased safety measures. The Shreveport Police Department is urging anyone with information related to the case to come forward, as they work to resolve this latest incident of violence in the area.