In Lacombe, Louisiana, a tragic discovery was made late Saturday night when a man was found dead near a boat launch at the end of Lake Road. The heartbreaking scene unfolded when a patrol deputy, conducting a routine check in the area, came across the man lying in the middle of the road. He had been shot multiple times and was pronounced dead on the spot. Authorities have not yet released the victim’s identity.
The incident quickly sparked an investigation, and within 24 hours, detectives made a major breakthrough. They arrested a 19-year-old named Osmer Noel Villalta-Lopez from Ponchatoula. Villalta-Lopez is now facing serious charges, including first-degree murder and obstruction of justice. He has been taken to the St. Tammany Parish Correctional Center, where he remains in custody.
The St. Tammany Parish Sheriff’s Office is urging anyone who might have information about this case to step forward. If you know anything, you’re encouraged to call them at (985) 898-2338.
While detectives continue to piece together what happened, this case serves as a stark reminder of the fragility of life and the importance of community support in finding justice. The investigation is still ongoing, and authorities are working tirelessly to uncover the full story.
