Four Arrested in Connection with May 24th Homicide of Justin Washington in Opelousas, LA
OPELOUSAS, LA – May 29, 2025 — The Opelousas Police Department has announced the arrest of four individuals in connection with the shooting death of 22-year-old Justin Washington, which occurred late Saturday night on May 24, 2025, in a local residence. The fatal shooting took place around 10:30 p.m., prompting a swift and thorough investigation that ultimately led to multiple arrests.
The Incident
According to the Opelousas Police Department, officers responded to a call regarding a shooting and arrived to find Justin Washington critically injured from a gunshot wound. Despite emergency efforts, Washington was pronounced dead at the scene. The location of the incident has not been disclosed publicly but was confirmed to be a private residence.
The Investigation
From the beginning, detectives with the Opelousas Criminal Investigations Division worked diligently, interviewing several individuals who were at the residence at the time of the shooting. Initial witness statements were inconsistent and appeared to conflict with physical evidence recovered at the scene, prompting investigators to conduct follow-up interviews.
As the investigation evolved, detectives were able to piece together a more accurate timeline of events, aided by forensic evidence and re-interviewed witness accounts. It was during a third interview with Jasean Mansfield, 18, that he confessed to being the one who fired the shot that led to Justin Washington’s death.
Arrests and Charges
Jasean Mansfield was arrested and charged with the following:
- Negligent Homicide
- Obstruction of Justice
He was transported to the St. Landry Parish Jail, where he remains in custody pending judicial proceedings.
Investigators also learned that after the shooting, several individuals present attempted to clean up and conceal evidence of the incident prior to law enforcement’s arrival. As a result, the following individuals were also arrested:
- Sharona Glaude, 31
- Latrevian Glaude, 19
- Koby Glaude, 18
Each was charged with Obstruction of Justice for their role in the attempted cover-up. All suspects were taken into custody without incident and are being held while awaiting formal arraignment.
Continuing Investigation
The Opelousas Police Department emphasized that this case remains under active investigation, and additional charges could be forthcoming as detectives work to finalize the case. The department expressed gratitude for the assistance and cooperation received from the public thus far.
“We are committed to pursuing justice in this case and ensuring that all individuals involved are held accountable,” said a spokesperson for the Opelousas Police Department. “We urge anyone who may have additional information—no matter how minor it may seem—to come forward.”
How to Report Information
Members of the public with information are encouraged to contact the Opelousas Police Department at (337) 948-2500. Anonymous tips can also be submitted via:
- St. Landry Crime Stoppers: (337) 948-TIPS
- Website: www.stlandrycrimestoppers.com
- P3 Mobile App
Tipsters may be eligible for a reward of up to $2,500 if their information leads to further arrests or prosecution.
Suspect Photos (Provided by Opelousas Police Department)
- Top Left: Jasean Q. Mansfield
- Bottom Left: Sharona Glaude
- Top Right: Latrevian Glaude
- Bottom Right: Koby Glaude
All suspects are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
For additional information, contact:
Joe Anderson, Public Information Officer
Opelousas Police Department
Phone: (337) 948-2500
Website: www.opelousaspolicedept.com
This tragic incident has shaken the Opelousas community, but with community support and diligent police work, authorities are working to ensure justice is served for Justin Washington and his loved ones.