Paris police responded to a man with a gun call in the 3100 block of NW Loop 286 at 7:40 p.m. on April 6. It was reported that the victim was traveling westbound on the loop when a small black SUV entered the Loop from the North Main entrance ramp. The SUV was reported to be driving erratically and was weaving in and out of traffic. Just before the FM 79 exit, a man in the SUV produced a handgun and began shooting at the victim. The victim’s vehicle was struck several times. The suspect vehicle continued westbound on NW Loop 286 and left the scene. The victim was not injured and the incident is under investigation.
At 5:29 a.m. on April 7, Paris police responded to the 500 block of Bonham St in reference to a stabbing. Officers met with a victim that advised that he and another male were walking to a location to purchase drugs when they became involved in an argument. The suspect then assaulted the victim. During the altercation, the victim used a small screwdriver and stabbed the suspect. The suspect was not located for questioning. This incident is also under investigation.
Paris Police responded to 74 calls for service, and arrested no people on April 6, 2020.
