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Ponchatoula Today
By the People, for the People
Shooting Near Tasker Park Leaves 2 Injured in Ponchatoula
Police confirm the incident was not near the Strawberry Festival grounds.
Apr. 13, 2026 at 12:24am
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The aftermath of a shooting near a local park exposes the harsh realities of gun violence in this community.Ponchatoula TodayTwo men were shot near Tasker Park in Ponchatoula, Louisiana on Sunday evening. One victim was found at the scene with a gunshot wound to the leg, while a second victim later arrived at the hospital with a leg injury. Both victims are reported to be in stable condition, and police say the incident was not near the Ponchatoula Strawberry Festival grounds.
Why it matters
Gun violence in public spaces is always concerning, and this incident near a local park raises questions about public safety in the Ponchatoula community. However, police have clarified that this was not related to the popular Strawberry Festival, which draws large crowds to the area each year.
The details
According to the Ponchatoula Police Department, officers responded to reports of shots fired around 5:05 pm near Tasker Park on North First Street. They found one victim with a gunshot wound to the leg, and a second victim later arrived at the hospital with a leg injury from the same incident. The investigation into the shooting is ongoing.
- The incident occurred around 5:05 pm on Sunday, April 13, 2026.
The players
Ponchatoula Police Department
The local law enforcement agency investigating the shooting incident.
What’s next
Police have not released any suspect information and are continuing to investigate the circumstances surrounding the shooting.
The takeaway
While gun violence is always concerning, this incident appears to be an isolated event unrelated to the popular Ponchatoula Strawberry Festival. The police response and victim updates indicate they are working to maintain public safety in the community.
