Man arrested in connection with fatal hit-and-run that killed 61-year-old Leroy Dorsey

Monroe, LA – According to the Monroe Police Department, his name is Jeremy James and he was taken into custody on Saturday.

The 33-year-old suspect is now charged with negligent homicide.

James was arrested in connection with hit-and-run accident on Standifer Street that killed 61-year-old Leroy Dorsey.

The hit-and-run accident occurred on Jan. 19, 2022.

The 33-year-old suspect man was booked into the Ouachita Correctional Center.

This incident remains under investigation.

This is a developing story and it will be updated as new information become available.