Authorities say a late-night traffic stop on U.S. Highway 90 near Willow Avenue in Sulphur turned violent early Sunday, Feb. 15, 2026, leaving one person shot and a Calcasieu Parish deputy with minor injuries. The stretch of highway stayed lit with blue lights for hours as investigators worked the scene, collecting evidence and interviewing witnesses. Officials cautioned that details remain preliminary while detectives sort through what happened.
Calcasieu Parish Sheriff’s Office leaders called in state police detectives to handle the shooting investigation. One subject was taken from the scene to a local hospital for treatment. Investigators also put out a public call, asking anyone with information or media from the incident to share it with detectives. According to a Region 2 news release from the Louisiana State Police.
What authorities say
As reported by KPLC, the confrontation began shortly after midnight when a Calcasieu Parish deputy pulled over a vehicle near East Napoleon Street and Willow Avenue for a traffic violation. During the stop, one passenger ran from the vehicle, sparking a brief foot chase.
Deputies say a struggle followed. According to investigators, the fleeing passenger grabbed a deputy’s Taser and tried to fire it. The deputy responded by shooting the subject, who was then transported to a hospital. One deputy was treated at the scene for what officials described as minor injuries.
Investigation and how to share tips
Detectives say the scene is being carefully processed as part of an active investigation, with evidence collection and witness interviews ongoing. Anyone who captured photos or video, or who has information about the incident, is urged to contact Louisiana State Police detectives.
Tips can be submitted anonymously through the LSP online reporting portal at speed-online.dps.la.gov or by calling the Fusion Center hotline at 1-800-434-8007, according to the state police release.
The Calcasieu Parish Sheriff’s Office continues to investigate the initial traffic stop, while Louisiana State Police detectives remain on scene as the broader probe moves forward, as reported by KPLC. Officials said more information will be released when they are ready to share additional details.
