Tamela Berguin Obituary: 55-Year-Old Natchitoches Woman Dies in Fatal Stabbing; Darrell Davis Arrested

Tamela Berguin, 55, of Natchitoches, Louisiana, died after a fatal stabbing on Amulet Street on October 31, 2026. Darrell Davis, 33, was arrested and charged with second-degree murder.

Tamela Berguin’s Death Confirmed by Natchitoches Police

The Natchitoches community is mourning following the death of 55-year-old Tamela Berguin, who was fatally stabbed at a residence in Natchitoches, Louisiana, on Saturday, October 31, 2026.

According to information released by the Natchitoches Police Department, officers were dispatched to the 1500 block of Amulet Street at approximately 6:06 p.m. after receiving a report of a disturbance. When they arrived, they found Berguin suffering from multiple stab wounds.

The Natchitoches Parish Coroner’s Office pronounced her dead at the scene. Police subsequently opened a homicide investigation into the circumstances surrounding her death.

Darrell Davis Arrested on Second-Degree Murder Charge

Authorities identified 33-year-old Darrell Davis of Natchitoches as the suspect in the case. Officers reportedly found him inside the residence and arrested him without incident.

Davis was charged with second-degree murder and booked into the LaSalle Corrections/Natchitoches Parish Detention Center, according to the police department’s announcement.

The charge is an allegation, and Davis is presumed innocent unless proven guilty in court. Investigators have not publicly provided further details about what led to the fatal incident.

Investigation Continues as Police Appeal for Information

The investigation received assistance from the Louisiana State Police, Natchitoches Parish Sheriff’s Office and Northwestern State University Police Department.

Anyone with information is encouraged to contact Detective Gavin Watson at 318-951-0786. Anonymous tips can also be submitted through the P3 Tips app or by calling Natchitoches Crime Stoppers at 318-238-2388. Information leading to an arrest may qualify for a reward of up to $5,000.

Remembering Tamela Berguin

Tamela Berguin’s death at 55 has brought sorrow to those affected by the tragedy. While the circumstances of the incident have been reported by authorities, further personal details about her life and family have not been established in the available public information.

As her loved ones face this difficult loss, sincere condolences go out to her family, friends and everyone grieving her passing. May they find strength and comfort in the days ahead.

Editorial note: The fatal stabbing, victim’s age and identity, and arrest were confirmed in a Natchitoches Police Department statement reproduced by local reporting. No cause beyond the reported stab wounds, personal biography, or family statement has been independently established.