Evangeline Parish

Population: 32,350 (2020 U.S. Census)

According to the Murder Accountability Project (MAP), Evangeline Parish has 8 unresolved homicides recorded between 1976 and 2025. These figures may include reporting gaps, errors, or cases subsequently solved. Public records requests have been submitted to law enforcement agencies throughout the Parish to verify case statuses and identify additional victims for inclusion on this site.

As of 11/01/2026, responses from the law enforcement agencies contacted remain pending.

Evangeline Parish Sheriff’s Office
Cities: Ville Platte
Towns: Basile | Mamou
Villages: Chataignier | Pine Prairie | Turkey Creek
State Police: Troop I