Dejay Handy Obituary, Death – Authorities have identified the victim of a fatal weekend shooting at the Lake Charles Seawall as 26-year-old Trakeyvan Dejay Handy.
The Lake Charles Police Department responded to the scene at approximately 6 a.m. on July 20, where they found Handy deceased from a gunshot wound near the Lake Charles Event Center, according to LCPD Deputy Chief Kevin Kirkum.
While the investigation is still in its early stages, LCPD Chief Shawn Caldwell emphasized that there is currently no indication of an ongoing threat to the public. Authorities believe the incident stemmed from a dispute among a small group of individuals.
“We believe multiple people witnessed what happened at the Seawall,” said Chief Caldwell. “We’re urging anyone with information to come forward—your cooperation could bring much-needed closure to Mr. Handy’s family.”
Anyone with information is encouraged to contact Lake Charles Police at 337-491-1311 or submit an anonymous tip through the department’s mobile app.
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