Opelousas, Louisiana – A tragic incident unfolded Tuesday night in Opelousas, Louisiana, where an off-duty St. Landry Parish Sheriff’s Office corrections deputy lost her life in a shooting. The victim, identified as 23-year-old Chanterria “Mackey” Albert, succumbed to her injuries at an Opelousas hospital following an incident on the 1100 block of Park Avenue. Another individual was also wounded but is reported to be in stable condition.
Reports of gunfire on Park Avenue prompted the swift response of law enforcement around 10:30 p.m. Tuesday night. By the time officers arrived at the scene, both victims had already been rushed to the hospital. Tragically, it was later confirmed by the St. Landry Parish Sheriff’s Department that the deceased was indeed one of their own corrections deputies.
Sheriff Bobby Guidroz expressed deep sorrow over the loss of a valued member of his team, denouncing the senseless act of violence that claimed Albert’s life. The Sheriff’s Office pledged to collaborate with the Opelousas Police Department to identify and apprehend the perpetrator, while OPD assured the public that their investigation into the incident is ongoing.
Albert, who had been newly hired in May 2022, was known to have worked alongside her mother, Deputy Cherikas Albert. Authorities urge anyone with information regarding the shooting or any related crimes to come forward and assist in the investigation. Tips can be reported to the Opelousas Police Department directly at (337) 948-2500, or anonymously through channels such as Crime Stoppers at (337) 948-TIPS, email, or the P3 mobile app.