Woman Shot While Driving on Interstate 20
A victim remains in the hospital with life-threatening injuries after a shooting on Interstate 20 near Greenwood.
Updated on Sept. 19, 2026 in Accidents
A woman suffered life-threatening gunshot injuries while driving east on Interstate 20 early Thursday morning. After she was struck, her grandson took control of the vehicle and brought it to a stop at the intersection of I-49 and Hollywood Avenue.
Why it matters
The incident has left the local community searching for answers as law enforcement works to identify a suspect in the attack. Authorities are currently investigating the circumstances surrounding the shooting, which occurred while the victim was commuting.
Shreveport police are currently investigating the shooting after the victim was transported to Ochsner LSU Health. The suspect's identity and description remain unknown to authorities at this time.
The players
Shreveport Fire Department
This local agency was responsible for dispatching emergency crews to the scene of the stalled vehicle.
Ochsner LSU Health
This medical institution is the facility where the shooting victim is currently receiving treatment.
Amazon
This company operates the facility where the victim's grandson had just completed his work shift.
The details
The woman had just picked up her grandson from his shift at a local Amazon facility before the shooting occurred near Greenwood. She pulled over following the gunfire, allowing her grandson to steer the vehicle to its final stop at the I-49 and Hollywood Avenue junction.
Timeline
The shooting occurred during the early morning hours of September 19, 2026.
Legal Context
This investigation follows the standard procedural response and public safety reporting patterns set by the 2024 Shreveport interstate violence investigation protocols. Local authorities are managing this as an active criminal case following the trends of recent roadway incidents in the region.
Residents should remain vigilant while traveling on Interstate 20 and report any suspicious activity to local police. Authorities have not issued specific security advisories, but the ongoing investigation may lead to increased police presence in the area.
The takeaway
When faced with an emergency while driving, it is vital to remain as calm as possible to ensure the vehicle is brought to a safe stop. Following the victim's actions, staying in contact with emergency dispatchers is the most effective way to help first responders locate the scene.
Further reading
For more information on public safety incidents, visit Shreveport Accidents.
Source note: This article includes information reported by KTBS.
