LECOMPTE, La. (WNTZ) – A 4-year-old child was killed Tuesday evening after being struck by a vehicle in a convenience store parking lot in Lecompte, according to the Rapides Parish Sheriff’s Office.

Deputies responded to the scene in the 8000 block of U.S. Highway 71 South around 8:20 p.m. on Oct. 21 after receiving reports of a child being hit by a vehicle.

Upon arrival, deputies spoke with the child’s mother, who said the child had been taken to a local hospital by a family member. The child was pronounced dead at the hospital, authorities said.

Witnesses told investigators they did not see the child being struck but heard a loud noise before seeing the child lying on the ground. The driver of the vehicle initially left the scene but returned a short time later after being followed ho

See Full Page