On Tuesday, January 28, 2025, the Alexandria Police Department (APD), with assistance from the Louisiana State Police, arrested Michael Collins Sr. in connection with the shooting incident that occurred late Sunday night at the Sanctuary Apartments on Enterprise Road.
Collins was taken into custody without incident and is currently being held at the Rapides Parish Jail on charges of Attempted Second Degree Murder and Possession of a Firearm by a Convicted Felon. In addition to these charges, Collins was also charged with two active warrants. One warrant was for Second Degree Battery and the other warrant was for Attempted Second Degree Murder from the shooting in the 600 block of Richmond Drive on December 9, 2024. The investigation into both shootings remains ongoing, and authorities are urging anyone with additional information to come forward.
Alexandria Police Chief Chad Gremillion emphasized the department’s commitment to working with law enforcement partners to ensure the safety of the community.
“Our officers, alongside the Louisiana State Police, worked tirelessly to apprehend this suspect,” said Chief Gremillion. “We will continue to collaborate with our law enforcement partners to arrest those in our city who commit violent crimes and ensure they are held accountable. Public safety is our top priority. “
This is currently an ongoing investigation.
If anyone has any information about this incident or any other type of crime in the Alexandria area, please contact the Alexandria Police Detective Division at the phone number (318) 441-6416, or APD Dispatch (318) 441-6559. You may also email information to detectives at: APDDetectives@cityofalex.com.
For a cash reward, call Crime Stoppers of CenLa at (318) 443-7867. The Crime Stoppers P3 Tipster App can also be downloaded to leave tips and get a claim number for a cash reward at www.p3tips.com/community/mobile.
