Lafayette man arrested after shooting at local hotel | Crime/Police

Lafayette man arrested after shooting at local hotel | Crime/Police
May 21, 2026

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Lafayette man arrested after shooting at local hotel | Crime/Police

A Lafayette man was arrested after a shooting Wednesday at a La Quinta Inn, according to the Lafayette Police Department.

Levar Variet, 24, is charged with two counts of attempted second-degree murder, illegal possession of a firearm during a crime of violence, and aggravated criminal damage to property, according to booking documents. His bond was set at $530,000.

Police said officers responded Wednesday to the La Quinta Inn on West Pinhook Road in reference to an active shooting.

Investigators processed the scene and collected evidence before later locating and arresting Variet, authorities said.

Police said property was damaged during the shooting, but no injuries were reported.

The investigation remains ongoing.

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