COTTONPORT, Louisiana – In a tragic turn of events, a family faced the unimaginable on a summer morning in 2014. Steve and Missy Ducote found their youngest daughter, Megan Parra, lying on the floor of her living room, a victim of a fatal gunshot wound. The incident has left the family grappling with questions and uncertainties.
The events leading up to Megan’s death were surrounded by mysterious circumstances. Just a day before the tragic shooting, Megan’s parents and her husband, Dustin Parra, were dealing with the aftermath of a car crash. Megan had been involved in a single-car accident, and her family rushed to the scene to find her with only minor injuries. However, the incident raised concerns as a state trooper noted the absence of skid marks and questioned why Megan had not applied the brakes before hitting a tree.
Following the accident, Megan, who worked as a nurse, was treated at a local hospital and released. The next morning, her parents received a text from her, expressing concern for her children. However, a series of events led to the discovery of Megan lying on the floor with a fatal gunshot wound to her head, prompting a harrowing investigation into the circumstances surrounding her death.
In the aftermath of Megan’s death, questions arose about the official findings of suicide. Concerns and discrepancies in the investigation led Megan’s family to seek a deeper understanding of the events leading up to her untimely passing.
With investigative efforts underway, additional evidence and insights were brought to light, ultimately leading to a shift in the initial determination of Megan’s cause of death. The case was brought before a grand jury, resulting in the indictment of Dustin Parra on charges of second-degree murder. However, just days before the trial was set to begin, a plea agreement was reached, resulting in Dustin pleading no contest to negligent homicide.
Additionally, subsequent developments, including the revision of Megan’s autopsy report and custody arrangements for her children, shed new light on the case and provided a sense of closure for her family.
Megan’s death certificate now reflects a changed manner of death, reflecting a renewed pursuit of justice and a clearer perspective on the circumstances surrounding her passing. The conclusion of the case brings a mix of emotions for Megan’s family, with a renewed focus on honoring her memory and seeking justice in the aftermath of a tragic loss.