Louisiana man charged after shooting at contractor outside Holland Township camper
A Louisiana man is facing multiple firearm-related charges after allegedly firing several shots through the door of his camper trailer at a contractor who knocked on the door to discuss payment for maintenance work, authorities said.
HOLLAND TWP. — A Louisiana man is facing multiple firearm-related charges after allegedly firing several shots through the door of his camper trailer at a contractor who knocked on the door to discuss payment for maintenance work, authorities said.
The incident occurred at approximately 3:20 p.m. on Oct. 28, 2026, at Drew's Country Campground, 12850 Ransom St., in Holland Township.
According to the Ottawa County Sheriff’s Office, the victim — a contractor hired to perform maintenance on the camper — knocked on the door while the occupant was inside. Investigators noted that the resident was aware the work was being carried out. However, when the contractor knocked to address payment, the occupant allegedly opened fire through the camper door without warning or an apparent motive, discharging approximately four rounds.
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The contractor was not struck by the gunfire and was able to flee the scene safely to call 911.
Ottawa County Sheriff’s deputies, along with members of the Critical Response Team and crisis negotiators, responded to the campground. Law enforcement officers evacuated nearby residents, cordoned off local traffic, and attempted to establish contact with the suspect inside the trailer.
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Shortly after 6:00 p.m., the suspect surrendered voluntarily to CRT members. He was taken into custody without further incident and lodged at the Ottawa County Jail. While no injuries were reported, authorities confirmed that several neighboring trailers sustained bullet damage during the shooting.
The suspect has been identified as 45-year-old Lance Wade Wilson of DeRidder, Louisiana, who had been temporarily residing at the campground.
Wilson was arraigned via video on Oct. 30, 2026, in 58th District Court before Judge Anna White. He faces multiple charges, including:
- Discharge of a firearm in a building
- Felonious assault
- Possession of a firearm while under the influence of alcohol
- Reckless use of a firearm
Judge White set Wilson's bond at $25,000 cash/surety. He remains held at the Ottawa County Jail as of Friday.
The investigation into the incident remains active.
Anyone with relevant information is urged to contact the Ottawa County Sheriff’s Office or submit an anonymous tip through Silent Observer at 877-88-SILENT (745368) or online at mosotips.com.
— Submitted by the Ottawa County Sheriff's Office. To submit a news tip, email newsroom@ottawanewsnetwork.org.
