Release Date: March 27, 2026
The Natchitoches Police Department is investigating a homicide that occurred early Friday morning on University Parkway.

On March 27, 2026, around 2:54 a.m., officers with the Natchitoches Police Department were dispatched to the 3800 block of University Parkway in reference to a gunshot victim. Upon officers’ arrival they located the victim, Douglas Roberson (B/M, 22 y.o.a. of Coushatta), suffering from several gunshot wounds and immediately began to render aid while waiting for other first responders to arrive. Despite their efforts, Douglas Roberson was pronounced deceased by the Natchitoches Parish Coroner’s Office as a result of his injuries.

Investigators and officers canvassed the crime scene and were able to speak with several witnesses. They also collected numerous pieces of digital and physical evidence that will be sent to the crime lab for analysis.

This investigation is ongoing and the Natchitoches Police Department will release more details as they become available.

The Natchitoches Police Department would like to thank the Natchitoches Parish Sheriff’s Office and the Northwestern State University Police Department for their assistance during this incident.

If you would like to report suspicious activity please contact the Natchitoches Police Department at (318) 352-8101 or if you have additional information in regards to this investigation please contact Detective Davanta Stevenson at (318) 357-3817. Remember all information given shall remain confidential.

 
Sergeant John Greely
Public Information Officer
Natchitoches Police Department: source