Shreveport, Louisiana — The city is in shock after a beloved grandmother died Tuesday night when she was struck by a Shreveport Police patrol vehicle on Greenwood Road. Evelyn Alexander, 75, was hit just after 7 p.m. on February 3, in the 3500 block of Greenwood Road. Police say the officer was rushing to answer an emergency call when the crash happened.
Friends and neighbors describe Evelyn as a warm, steady presence in her neighborhood. She was known for her generosity — always quick with a smile and a kind word. On Tuesday evening, she was walking near her home when the patrol car — responding to a call — struck her as she crossed the street. Emergency crews rushed to the scene, but she was pronounced dead there.
Shreveport police confirmed her identity through official records and say standard tests are underway as part of the investigation. At this stage, authorities are not pointing to wrongdoing by the officer, and no citations have been issued. The department has said the officer was taken for routine testing, as is normal in any serious crash involving a patrol vehicle.
Local residents are grappling with the sudden loss. “She was one of those people everyone knew,” one neighbor said. “Always out tending her garden or stopping to talk to whoever passed by. It’s just heartbreaking.” Friends have begun leaving flowers and notes near where the tragedy took place, marking the spot where so much life was unexpectedly cut short.
The Shreveport Police Department has offered condolences to Mrs. Alexander’s family and community as the investigation continues. Police officials said they recognize how jarring a loss like this can be and that they are committed to transparency as details emerge.
Family members have asked for privacy as they mourn. They released a brief statement saying Evelyn’s passing has left a deep void, and they are focusing on honoring her memory and the gentle spirit she brought to those around her.
As this story unfolds, neighbors are sharing memories of Evelyn’s laughter, her stories of the old days in Shreveport, and her devotion to her family. For many here, the pain of this loss goes beyond the facts of the crash — it’s about a life that made small but meaningful imprints on many hearts.
At the time of this writing, police continue to investigate, and more updates are expected as they review the circumstances of the collision.
