On the evening of Thursday, September 4, 2014, 35-year-old Stefan Lemelle of Opelousas was fatally shot in Sunset, Louisiana. Lemelle was a father, son, and brother; his death left the local community seeking answers and justice.

Investigators identified a suspect in the case and arrested Carlos Heard, who was charged with Lemelle’s murder. The case then moved into the formal legal process with charges filed against Heard. The eventual outcome of the legal proceedings, including any trial, verdict, or sentence, is part of the ongoing story for the family and community.

Does anyone from Sunset or Opelousas have information about Stefan’s death or the events of September 4, 2014?