Kurtel Gallien arrested in connection to Opelousas shooting investigation

Second arrest made in deadly Opelousas shooting from December

OPELOUSAS, La. (NEWS 15) — A second arrest has been made after a deadly December shooting, according to the Opelousas Police Department. Police reported Kurtel Gallien, 24, turned himself in to authorities, accompanied by his attorney, and was taken into…

Kurtel Gallien arrested in connection to Opelousas shooting investigation

Kurtel Gallien, 24, has been arrested and charged with Second-Degree Murder, Attempted Second-Degree Murder, Illegal Use of Weapons and Dangerous Instrumentalities, and Felon in Possession of a Firearm in connection with the December 16, 2025 shooting that resulted in the death of Markee Benjamin.

Second suspect arrested in Opelousas shooting death of Markee Benjamin

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