UPDATE, 9/29/24, 2:15 p.m. — One person was fatally stabbed Saturday night in the 800 block of St. Cyr Street, according to the Opelousas Police Department.

The stabbing claimed the life of Markus Henry. Henry was found with multiple stab wounds and was determined dead at the scene, police said.

“The Opelousas Police Department extends its condolences to the family of Markus Henry during this difficult time and remains committed to ensuring justice is served,” police said in a news release Sunday.

Anyone with information about the stabbing or suspect(s) is asked to contact the Opelousas Police Department at 337-948-2500.

Information can also be submitted anonymously through Crime Stoppers at 337-948-TIPS, via email at crimetips@opelousaspd.com, or through the P3 mobile App. Tipsters may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2500 for information leading to the identification and apprehension of those responsible.

This report will be updated as information becomes available.

ORIGINAL: OPELOUSAS, La. ( KLFY ) — KLFY News 10 is on the scene of a homicide in Opelousas tonight.

Opelousas Police have blocked off a section of St. Cyr Avenue, and have confirmed they are investigating a homicide.

KLFY has a news crew on the scene. This story will be updated as more information becomes available.

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