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Man wounded, suspected shooter in custody after Boutte shoooting

According to the St. Charles Parish Sheriff's Office, the shooting happened shortly after 10 p.m. in the 100 block of South Kinler Street.

BOUTTE, La. -- Two men were arrested after a shooting in Boutte Saturday night.

According to the St. Charles Parish Sheriff’s Office, the shooting happened shortly after 10 p.m. in the 100 block of South Kinler Street. Deputies arriving at the scene found a 26-year-old man suffering from a gunshot wound.

The man was taken to the hospital, where he is still being treated for his injuries.

During the investigation, police determined that the victim was fighting with Stanley Robinson, when Robinson pulled out a gun and shot him. After the shooting, police say Terron Ingram attempted to help Robinson hide the gun.

Stanley Robinson was arrested and booked with one count of Aggravated Second Degree Battery and one count of Felony Carrying an Illegal Weapon. Terron Ingram was arrested and booked with one count of Obstruction of Justice.

“All facts indicate that this was an isolated incident and there is no perceived threat to the surrounding community,” a statement from the sheriff’s office said.

Anyone with information about the shooting is asked to contact detective Joseph Dewhirst at 985-783-1135.

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