Teen Victim Identified in North Market Street Shooting

A tragic incident early Sunday, July 27, 2025, on North Market Street, claimed the life of a teenaged girl. The Caddo Parish Coroner's office has identified the victim as 16-year-old Hailey McDonald. She was inside a convenience store in the 1700 block of North Market Street when she was fatally struck by gunfire.

Details of the Incident

Emergency services, including fire medics, transported McDonald to Ochsner LSU Health hospital. Despite resuscitation efforts by emergency personel, she was pronounced dead at 1:48 a.m. This recent homicide marks the 22nd confirmed homicide in Shreveport for 2025, contributing to a total of 28 homicides in Caddo Parish to date.

Ongoing Investigation

The Shreveport Police Department is actively investigating Hailey McDonald's death. Further inquiries regarding this incident should be directed to them. An autopsy has been performed as part of the ongoing investigation.

If you have any information concerning this, or any other violent crime in Shreveport, please contact the Shreveport Police Department at 318 673-7300, or Crime Stoppers at 318 673-7373.  If you would like remain anonymous you can also use the P3Tips app.

Resources for Victims of Violent Crime in Shreveport

For those affected by violent crime in Shreveport and Caddo Parish, several vital resources are available:

• Caddo Parish District Attorney's Victim Assistance Program: This program offers information, support, and assistance to crime victims and their families, including liaison services with prosecutors, safety planning, and referrals to community resources. Contact them at (318) 226-5908.
• Northwest Louisiana Family Justice Center (NWLA FJC): This center provides a comprehensive, coordinated approach for survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, dating violence, and stalking. They offer a 24-hour crisis hotline at (318) 226-5015 or the Louisiana State Hotline at 1-888-411-1333.
• Louisiana Crime Victims Reparations Program: This program provides financial assistance for medical expenses, funeral costs, lost earnings, counseling, and child care directly related to a violent crime. For information in Caddo Parish, contact Deputy Camellia Williams at (318) 681-0870.
• Louisiana Automated Victim Notification System (LAVNS): Victims can register to receive automated notifications regarding an offender's release date or custody information by calling 1-866-528-6748 or visiting their website.
• YWCA Northwest Louisiana: Offers trauma counseling and victim assistance programs, among other services for women.
• Project Celebration, Inc.: Provides a domestic violence shelter and a 24/7 hotline at (318) 226-5015.
• Sexual Assault Crisis Center: Contact them at (318) 227-7900 for support regarding sexual assault.

These organizations are dedicated to supporting victims through their difficult times and can provide essential services and guidance.