Lafayette Community Mourns Henry Pfeffer Following Fatal Domestic Tragedy
Father dies in an apparent murder-suicide that remains under investigation after two people were found dead inside a residence in Lafayette, authorities confirmed.
LAFAYETTE, La. — Law enforcement officials are investigating a suspected murder-suicide after the discovery of two deceased individuals inside a home in the 1200 block of West Bayou Parkway on Friday.
According to investigators, Henry W. Pfeffer Jr. and another individual were found dead at the residence. Authorities have described the incident as an apparent murder-suicide, though specific details regarding the circumstances, timeline, or sequence of events have not been released at this time.
Family members identified Pfeffer as a father. The identity of the second individual has not been made public, pending notification of next of kin.
Police secured the scene as detectives and forensic personnel conducted a thorough investigation inside the home. Officials confirmed that no additional injuries were reported and emphasized that there is no ongoing threat to the public.
The Lafayette Police Department stated that the investigation remains active and ongoing. Authorities indicated that additional information will be shared as it becomes available and once next-of-kin notifications are completed.
Anyone with information related to the case is encouraged to contact local law enforcement.
This remains a developing story and will be updated as more confirmed details are released.
