News Channel 5 is getting calls from residents in Bunkie that there is a hostage situation on Commercial Street.  We are being told the high school and area hospital is on lockdown for safety precautions. 

The Avoyelles Parish Sheriff’s office confirms there is a situation that involves a suspect who was fleeing the scene after a car-jacking.  Details are sketchy but we do know the Avoyelles Parish S.O. and St. Landry Parish SWAT teams have been called in and the suspect has a male hostage in the vehicle surrounded by law enforcement.

This is a dangerous situation and residents are asked to stay away from this area in Bunkie.  We will bring you more information as it becomes available.  Check Kalb.com for updates.