18-Year-Old Shot in St. Charles Parish

Suspect Lonzell Turley Wanted for Aggravated Battery

Mar. 22, 2026 at 7:53pm

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An 18-year-old was shot in the stomach during an argument over firearms in New Sarpy, Louisiana. The alleged shooter, 17-year-old Lonzell Turley, has an active arrest warrant for aggravated battery.

Why it matters

Gun violence involving minors is a serious concern in the St. Charles Parish community, raising questions about firearm safety and access among young people.

The details

According to the St. Charles Parish Sheriff's Office, deputies responded to a call on Annex Street in New Sarpy around 2:00 p.m. on March 21 where they found an 18-year-old victim suffering from a gunshot wound to the stomach. Officials say the victim and 17-year-old Lonzell Turley were allegedly handling firearms inside a residence when an argument broke out, leading to Turley allegedly shooting the victim.

  • The incident occurred on Saturday, March 21, 2026 around 2:00 p.m.

The players

Lonzell Turley

A 17-year-old who has an active arrest warrant for aggravated battery in relation to the shooting.

18-year-old victim

The victim who was shot in the stomach during the incident.

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What’s next

An arrest warrant has been issued for Lonzell Turley on the charge of aggravated battery.

The takeaway

This incident highlights the ongoing issue of gun violence involving minors in the St. Charles Parish community, underscoring the need for improved firearm safety education and access control measures to protect young people.