BENTON, La. (Nov. 11, 2026) — Former Haughton High School band director Kevin Williams, 56, died Tuesday from injuries sustained during an attempted arrest last week.

According to Bossier Parish Assistant Coroner Sammy Halphen, Williams died at LSU Health Shreveport from a gunshot wound to the head.

Authorities said deputies with the Bossier Parish Sheriff’s Office went to Williams’ residence in Bossier City to serve additional warrants related to an ongoing investigation involving alleged sex crimes against a juvenile.

Investigators reported that Williams struggled with deputies during the arrest attempt, produced a handgun, and shot himself.

Deputies immediately rendered aid until emergency medical personnel arrived and transported him to the hospital.

Williams had previously been arrested on:

• 50 counts of Molestation of a Juvenile
• 50 counts of Felony Carnal Knowledge of a Juvenile

He had been released after posting a $750,000 bond.

The investigation remains ongoing.