A 20-year-old woman, Megan Hayes, has been arrested after allegedly firing shots at another woman who was damaging a vehicle with a baseball bat in Lafayette Parish. Hayes is facing charges of attempted second-degree murder, with her bond set at $250,000.
Details of the Incident
According to the Lafayette Parish Sheriff’s Office, the incident took place on Sunday, May 3, 2026, on La Rue Biarritz off South Fieldspan Road in the Sadou area. Authorities reported that the victim had found her boyfriend’s vehicle at Hayes’ home and began hitting it with a baseball bat in an act of vandalism.
Hayes then confronted the woman and allegedly pulled out a gun. As the victim attempted to leave the scene in her own vehicle, Hayes fired multiple shots, hitting the vehicle once. No injuries have been reported, but the situation escalated quickly, leading to Hayes’ arrest.
Charges and Arrest
Megan Hayes was charged with attempted second-degree murder for firing at the victim. Authorities have not released further details about the confrontation, and the investigation is ongoing. Hayes is currently being held on a $250,000 bond.
What We Know About the Case
- Date of Incident: Sunday, May 3, 2026
- Location: La Rue Biarritz, South Fieldspan Road, Lafayette Parish
- Charges Against Hayes: Attempted second-degree murder
- Bond: $250,000
- Investigation Status: Ongoing
