Two arrests made in connection to July 9 homicide in Abbeville

The Abbeville Police Department and Vermilion Parish Sheriff’s Office are investigating a homicide that occurred on Monday, July 8, at approximately 9:51 p.m.
Officers arrested Carlton Hills, 57, of 1401 Isreal Parker Dr. in Abbeville. He will be charged with 2nd Degree Murder, Obstruction of Justice, and other charges are expected. Abbeville Police also arrested Laticia Lewis, 41, of 1401 Isreal Parker Dr. in Abbeville. She is being charged with Principal to 2nd Degree Murder.
The victim is not being named at this time due to the family not being notified. Suspects were booked and transported to Vermilion Parish Correctional Center.
Abbeville Chief of Police Mike Hardy would like to thank the Vermilion Parish Sheriff’s Office for their assistance in working on this investigation.
This case is still actively under investigation and Chief Hardy urges the public to provide any further information regarding this crime or any other crime by calling the Abbeville Police Department at (337) 893-2511. You may also contact our “Tips” line at (337) 892-6777. All callers may remain anonymous. Citizens may also send anonymous tips through Crime Stoppers of Vermilion by calling (337) 740-TIPS or the P3 app, which can be downloaded through the Apple App Store or at Google Play Store.