LAFAYETTE-On September 21, 2026, and September 24, 2026, the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Western District of Louisiana will host the 2026 Louisiana Law Enforcement Gun Crime Summit in both Shreveport and Lafayette. The event is designed to strengthen collaboration and effectiveness among federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies in the critical effort to combat illegal gun possession and gun crime throughout Louisiana.U.S. Attorney Zachary A. Keller will address attendees with remarks addressing the “Benefits of Federal Prosecution: What to Expect from the U.S. Attorney’s Office.” His remarks will highlight how federal investigative and prosecutorial tools can support and enhance local and state efforts to reduce gun violence. The summit will also feature addresses by Assistant U.S. Attorneys and law enforcement leaders addressing prosecution challenges and remedies. Attendees will participate in workshops and focus groups discussing investigative protocols, best practices, information‑sharing strategies, and coordinated approaches in the quest to keep Louisiana communities safe.Training seminars will include “Drafting Affidavits and Inclusive Report Writing,” “Fourth Amendment Refresher: Traffic Stops & Seizure of Evidence,” “Suppression Hearings & Trial Testimony,” “Highway Interdiction,” and “Investigation, Evidence Handling, Documentation, and Testimony in Firearms Cases.” Shreveport: Date: Monday, September 21, 2026Time: 9:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.Location: LSUS Shreveport AuditoriumOne University PlaceShreveport, LA 71115Lafayette:Date: Thursday, September 24, 2026Time: 9:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.Location: Lafayette Parish Sheriff's OfficePublic Safety Complex, Building 21825 W. Willow StreetLafayette, LA 70583###CONTACT:Public Affairs: Cara.Alexander@usdoj.govUnited States Attorney’s Office: www.justice.gov/usao-wdlaX: @USAO_WDLAFacebook: USAO_WDLA(337) 262-6704
Source: U.S. Department of Justice