The Natchitoches Police Department is investigating a homicide that occurred early Friday morning on University Parkway.
On March 27, 2026, at approximately 2:54 a.m., officers were dispatched to the 3800 block of University Parkway in reference to a gunshot victim. Upon arrival, officers located Douglas Roberson, a 22-year-old Black male from Coushatta, suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. Officers immediately began rendering aid while awaiting additional first responders. Despite their efforts, Roberson was pronounced deceased at the scene by the Natchitoches Parish Coroner’s Office.
Investigators canvassed the area and spoke with several witnesses. Numerous pieces of digital and physical evidence were collected and will be sent to the crime lab for analysis.
This investigation remains ongoing. The Natchitoches Police Department will release additional information as it becomes available.
The department extends its thanks to the Natchitoches Parish Sheriff’s Office and the Northwestern State University Police Department for their assistance during this incident.
Reporting Information
Anyone with information about this case is urged to contact:
- Detective Davanta Stevenson: (318) 357-3817 (all information remains confidential)
- Natchitoches Police Department: (318) 352-8101
Anonymous Tip Option
Tips can also be submitted anonymously via the P3 Tips app or by calling Natchitoches Crime Stoppers at (318) 238-2388. Confidential callers may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $5,000 for information leading to an arrest.
