Reginald Dropthmore, a 36-year-old man, was found suffering from multiple gunshot wounds and pronounced dead at a residence in the 100 block of West 3rd Street in Laplace, Louisiana, after deputies responded to a reported shooting about 7:45 p.m. on Monday, September 26, 2016. The St. John the Baptist Parish Sheriff’s Office investigated the scene and opened a homicide inquiry.

Investigators reported difficulty obtaining cooperation from potential witnesses. The Sheriff’s Office publicly appealed for information, offering avenues for anonymous tips through a TIPS line and Crimestoppers and announcing a cash reward for information leading to an arrest and conviction. As of the latest update, no suspects have been publicly identified and no arrests have been announced; the investigation remains active.

If anyone has information about that evening or knew Reginald, please contact the Sheriff’s Office or the listed anonymous tips channels.