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09/09/2023

Homicide Investigation Arrests
September 8, 2023

Ville Plate Police Chief Al Perry Thomas reports on August 29, detectives from the Ville Platte Police Department began an active homicide investigation. During the course of the investigation, five male subjects were identified as suspects in relation to the disappearance and murder of Vonshonskee “Shonskee” Charles of Ville Platte whose body was located in an area outside of Ville Platte. One of the suspects, Shawn L. Thomas age 27 of Ville Platte turned himself in to the Ville Platte Police Department on Tuesday September 5. Shawn Thomas was charged with accessory after the fact for Second Degree Murder with his bond set at $250,000.
On Wednesday, September 6, a second suspect, Jared Lee Delvon Freeman age 31 of Ville Platte was apprehended in Los Angeles, California for an arrest warrant for second degree murder in connection with the “Shonskee” Charles murder case. He is currently awaiting extradition. Jared Freeman has a bond set at $5 million dollars.
The Swat Team from Avoyelles Parish came in Thursday at the invitation of the city police searching for the two remaining suspects wanted as accessories in connection with the murder case.
Any identified criminal charges are only allegation and all defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty. If anyone has any information in regards to this investigation, please contact Detective Sgt. Darrian Guillory with the Ville Platte City Police.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:[Ville Platte, Louisiana] – It is with profound sorrow and a heavy heart that I, Chief Perry Thoma...
08/01/2023

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
[Ville Platte, Louisiana] – It is with profound sorrow and a heavy heart that I, Chief Perry Thomas, on behalf of the Ville Platte Police Department, extend my deepest condolences to the family, friends, and colleagues of Deputy City Marshal Barry Giglio, who tragically lost his life in the line of duty last night. Our thoughts and prayers are with everyone affected by this devastating incident. The Ville Platte Police Department remains committed to supporting law enforcement officers and their families, and we stand together, shoulder-to-shoulder, with the City Marshal's Office ready to provide any assistance as they navigate through this profound loss.

In times like these, we are reminded of the inherent risks and sacrifices that law enforcement officers make daily to protect and serve our communities. Their immeasurable dedication to duty and their willingness to put their lives on the line to ensure our safety deserves the utmost respect and gratitude. In closing, let us honor Deputy Marshal Giglio's memory by remaining steadfast in our commitment to protect and serve with honor, integrity, and dedication, upholding the values he held dear.

- Chief Perry Thomas

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