PORT BARRE, La. (KLFY) Port Barre police have arrested a suspect in connection with Thursday’s fatal shooting that claimed the life of Willie Zachary of Port Barre.
The shooting reportedly happened during a child custody exchange, investigators said at the time.
23-year-old Christian A. Sonnier of Port Barre was arrested Saturday on a charge of second degree murder and is claiming self-defense, Police Chief Deon Boudreaux said.
Whether the shooting is justifiable or not will be decided in a court, Boudreaux said.
“This is an unfortunate incident. Someone lost their life. Families, on both sides, are hurting right now. Our community is small and a tragedy, such as this, is shocking. My prayers are with both families and our community.”
Sonnier is set to appear before a 27th JDC judge Monday, for a hearing.
