ST. AMANT — Louisiana State Police are investigating a fatal shooting involving a state trooper that happened early Tuesday morning in St. Amant.

Around 2 a.m., Louisiana State Police Force Investigation Unit detectives began investigating the shooting.

According to LSP, a trooper initiated a traffic stop at the corner of La. 431 and La. 935. During the traffic stop, the trooper "discharged his service weapon," resulting in one person being taken to the hospital before being later pronounced dead.

The trooper was uninjured, officials added.

Ascension Parish deputies were also called to the scene as they rerouted traffic along La. 431. Stringer Bridge northbound, Cannon Road and Bayou Narcisse at La. 431 were all closed.

Among the areas affected by the road closures was St. Amant High

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