Burg Jones Ln./Thelma Dr. Fatal Shooting

The times that we are currently living in offer no guarantee that any of us will live to see tomorrow. Each day that we wake up could be our last day, not through natural causes but from the violence that has become so prevalent in this world. All lives matter. Another fatal shooting occurred in the Monroe area when law enforcement responded to a shooting that killed one man. According to a report from the Ouachita Parish Sheriff's office, deputies were notified on Sunday, March 5, 2023 around 3:00 AM of a shooting that occurred on Burg Jones Lane in Monroe, LA. Upon arrival at Burg Jones Lane and Thelma Drive, deputies discovered a deceased male with a gunshot wound. Deputies began an investigation of the incident but did not identify the victim. Deputies are still investigating what happened but have not reported any new details as of press time. The deceased individual was Daijour McFee. Deputies urge anyone in the community who might have information that can help them solve this homicide to call the Sheriff's office at 318-329-1200. The Monroe Dispatch will report any new developments as soon as they become available. There is a B.A.L.M. in Monroe is a spiritual solution to a social problem. A B.A.L.M. in Monroe is a collaborative plan that every citizen, elected and appointed official, clergyman, and organization can participate in to help improve the image of Monroe while inspiring at-risk males to take more responsibility for their actions and respect the lives of others. A balanced approach to lower the violent crime and murder rate in Monroe, LA. Praise God for law enforcement! There are three sides to every story. This was one side of this story. The Monroe Dispatch welcomes the other or another side of this story.