Shreveport Police Arrest Suspect Following Violent Domestic Dispute

SHREVEPORT, LA — A welfare check on the afternoon of March 19, 2026, led to the arrest of a local man after Shreveport Police discovered a scene of significant domestic violence. Officers were dispatched to a residence in the 8500 block of Panatela Lane after a concerned mother alerted authorities. The mother reportedly received a photograph of her daughter that suggested she had been physically assaulted.

Upon arrival, responding officers located the victim, who was visibly trembling and initially too terrified to speak. After being assured of her safety, she informed police that she had been struck in the face with a bottle thrown by Jamariya Stafford.

Severe Injuries Reported at the Scene

Officers noted the victim’s right eye was swollen shut, and she suffered a deep, bleeding laceration between her eyes along with significant facial bruising. Personnel from the Shreveport Fire Department provided on-site medical attention, warning that the victim likely sustained a fractured orbital socket. She was advised to seek immediate emergency hospital evaluation.

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Evidence of the struggle was found throughout the property. Investigators documented blood inside a red Jeep parked at the residence, as well as along the walkway leading to the front door.

Suspect Faces Serious Charges Amidst Prior History

The investigation into the suspect, Jamariya Stafford, revealed a troubling history. Police confirmed that Stafford has prior domestic violence-related incidents and is currently the subject of an active protective order involving a different individual.

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Stafford was taken into custody and booked on one count of Domestic Abuse Battery with Serious Bodily Injury. The Shreveport Police Department confirms the case remains under active investigation.

Domestic Violence Resources in Shreveport

If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic abuse, there are local organizations dedicated to providing safe shelter, legal aid, and emotional support.

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Note: If you are in immediate danger, please dial 911 or contact the Shreveport Police Department directly at (318) 673-7300.