The Calcasieu Parish Sheriff’s Office said it is investigating a homicide that occurred overnight in Westlake.

Spokesperson Kayla Office said around midnight deputies were dispatched to a home off Westwood Road in reference to suspicious circumstances.

“When deputies arrived they located, Damarcus A. Ardoin, 25, deceased inside the residence,” she said. “The investigation is ongoing and there is no further information to release at this time.”

 The  Sheriff’s Office is asking anyone who may have information relating to this case to call 491-3605; anonymous tips can also be submitted by using the CloseWatch Calcasieu app or by calling Crime Stoppers at 439-2222.

Anyone knowingly withholding information or evidence from law enforcement will be subject to charges, Vincent said.

The Calcasieu Coroner will determine cause of death, she said.

Det. Barrett Savoie is the lead investigator on this case.