Suspect facing charges following gas station shooting in Gonzales, deputies say

GONZALES, La. (WAFB) - A 19-year-old turned himself into authorities in connection with a shooting at a gas station in Gonzales, deputies said.

According to the Ascension Parish Sheriff’s Office, Darrian Washington, 19, is charged with one count of attempted second-degree murder and one count of illegal use of a weapon.

The shooting happened around 10 p.m. on Sunday, July 5, at the gas station on Airline Highway.

Emergency workers took the victim to a hospital. Details about the person’s condition were not released.

Deputies said they learned the shots were fired as the victim walked up to a parked vehicle. According to Ascension Parish Sheriff Bobby Webre, the gunfire does not appear to have been a random act of violence.

Investigators said they found a firearm and shell casings at the scene of the shooting. A suspect vehicle was located at a home on South Richland Avenue in Gonzales, according to the sheriff’s office.

The investigation is ongoing. Authorities said there may be additional charges.

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