Murder suspect arrested in Lafayette following multi-agency investigation

LAFAYETTE, Louisiana (KLFY) — Following an investigation by several agencies in four communities, a man is in custody, authorities said.

Damone Campbell, 37, was arrested on Tuesday and charged with attempted first-degree murder.

The case involves allegations that a juvenile committed a crime. Due to the sensitivity of the investigation, no further details were released, officials said.

The arrest is the result of cooperation between the Iberia, Vermilion, Acadia and Lafayette Parish sheriff’s offices, according to Lafayette Parish Sheriff Mark Garber.

“Without the thorough investigative work and evidence gathering of Iberia Parish Sheriff’s Detectives, today’s arrest would not have been possible,” Garber said. “We are extremely grateful for their efforts to ensure justice is served for a victim who is extremely deserving.”

Campbell was booked into the Lafayette Parish Correctional Center on a charge of attempted first-degree murder. Bail details were not released.

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