In the late evening of Saturday, August 2, 2025, 38-year-old Willy Francisco of New Iberia was found with a serious gunshot wound in the 900 block of Ann Street. First responders discovered him injured and he later died from that wound.

The New Iberia Police Department investigated the scene, collected evidence, interviewed witnesses and reviewed available video. Investigators reported the shooting appeared unintentional and later concluded the death resulted from an accidental, self-inflicted gunshot wound. Police said no foul play was suspected; no arrests were made and no criminal charges were filed.

Friends and family held a candlelight vigil in the days after his death to remember him. If anyone witnessed what happened or has relevant information, please share it with the New Iberia Police Department.