The Calcasieu Parish Sheriff's Office is investigating a shooting in which a homeowner shot and killed a man accused of trying to get inside the home more than once.

Deputies responded to a trespassing call at about 10:30 p.m. Monday at a home on North Lake Court Drive in south Lake Charles.

While CPSO Communications deputies were on the phone with the woman who called, she told them a suspect was outside the home refusing to leave. The woman then stated after the suspect attempted to gain entry into their home, her husband shot the man.

Deputies provided medical assistance when they arrived, but Joseph Tezeno, 21, of Lake Arthur, died at the scene.

“This is a sad and tragic situation for both families involved. Mr. Tezeno was a good kid that attended college locally. Unfortunately Tezeno was believed to be under the influence and his actions, attempting to gain entry to the home more than once, caused the homeowner to fear for his life, at which time he had every right to protect his family and property,” stated Sheriff Tony Mancuso.

The investigation is continuing. Detectives are asking anyone in the area that may have security cameras to please call CPSO at (337) 491-3605.

CPSO Detective Lauren Manuel is the lead investigator in this case.