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New Iberia Today
By the People, for the People
Suspect in Deadly New Iberia Shooting Was on Probation for Prior Homicide
Police say the 22-year-old suspect had recently pleaded no contest to a manslaughter charge and was on probation at the time of the latest incident.
Mar. 31, 2026 at 10:56pm
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Police in New Iberia, Louisiana have arrested 22-year-old Jasiah Deontae Lewis in connection with a deadly shooting on Monday that left one person dead and two others injured. Court records show Lewis had previously faced a second-degree murder charge in a separate 2023 homicide case, before pleading no contest to a reduced manslaughter charge in 2025 and being sentenced to probation, which he was still serving at the time of the latest shooting.
Why it matters
This case highlights ongoing challenges with repeat offenders and the effectiveness of probation as an alternative to incarceration, especially in cases involving violent crimes. It also raises questions about the criminal justice system's ability to prevent further violence by those with a history of serious offenses.
The details
According to the New Iberia Police Department, Lewis was arrested following Monday's shooting on Field Street, but authorities have not released many details about the incident or what led up to it. Court records show Lewis had previously faced a second-degree murder charge in a separate 2023 homicide case, before pleading no contest to a reduced manslaughter charge in 2025. He was sentenced to 5 years in prison, but the sentence was suspended, and he was instead placed on 2 years of supervised probation, which he was still serving at the time of the latest shooting.
- In 2023, Lewis was charged with second-degree murder following a deadly shooting at a local hotel.
- In December 2025, Lewis entered a no contest plea to a reduced charge of manslaughter.
- In January 2026, a judge sentenced Lewis to 5 years at hard labor, but the sentence was suspended, and he was placed on 2 years of supervised probation.
- The latest shooting incident occurred on Monday, March 31, 2026.
The players
Jasiah Deontae Lewis
A 22-year-old man arrested in connection with a deadly shooting in New Iberia, Louisiana. Lewis had previously faced a second-degree murder charge in a separate 2023 homicide case, before pleading no contest to a reduced manslaughter charge in 2025 and being placed on probation, which he was still serving at the time of the latest incident.
New Iberia Police Department
The law enforcement agency investigating the latest deadly shooting incident in New Iberia, Louisiana.
What’s next
The judge overseeing Lewis' probation will likely hold a hearing to determine if he violated the terms of his probation and whether he should be sent to prison to serve the original 5-year sentence.
The takeaway
This case highlights the ongoing challenges with repeat offenders and the effectiveness of probation as an alternative to incarceration, especially in cases involving violent crimes. It raises questions about the criminal justice system's ability to prevent further violence by those with a history of serious offenses and the need for more robust monitoring and support systems for individuals on probation.
