Louisiana's police commissioner and his wife are both shot 'by his mistress' after his wife drove to another woman's house to confront him… only for her to 'shoot them both with the same bullet'

A Louisiana police chief begs the residents of the small town he protects for a new chance after they find themselves in an explosive love triangle that leaves both he and his wife shot by his mistress.

In an open letter to the community, Opelousas Police Chief Graig “Twin” LeBlanc shed some light on the “unfortunate incident” that occurred the night of Dec. 22, which the chief said was “very personal.”

'I want to be honest with you. My actions have caused pain and suffering not only to my family but also to our community,” the chief explained.

'I would like to sincerely apologize to my wife and my family. all parties involved, and for every member of our community. I understand the importance of regaining your trust, and I am fully committed to taking the necessary steps to address this situation immediately,” LeBlanc wrote.

Chief LeBlanc had hired Savannah Butler to work under him, but ended up having an affair with her

Chief LeBlanc and his wife Crystal LeBlanc, a captain with the neighboring force, St. Landry Parish Sheriff's Office, were reportedly shot by a woman the chief had recently hired for his police department, Opelousas Police Officer, Savannah Butler, 42.

Chief Graig LeBlanc was shot in the hand while his wife Crystal was struck in the arm by the same bullet outside Butler's home, the St. Landry Parish Sheriff's Office said.

Landry Parish Sheriff Bobby Guidroz said the shooting was the result of a domestic disturbance and occurred at a home just outside the Opelousas city limits.

Both LeBlancs – the police chief and his wife – were taken to the hospital to recover from gunshot wounds.

Butler, meanwhile, who allegedly fired the gun was held.

Crystal LeBlanc had gone to Butler's house to talk to her husband, who was already inside at the time.

In an open letter to the community, Opelousas Police Chief Graig “Twin” LeBlanc shed some light on the “unfortunate incident” that occurred the night of Dec. 22, which the chief described as “very personal” and referenced his “disloyalty.”

Opelousas Police Chief Graig 'Twin' LeBlanc along with his wife Crystal LeBlanc, police captain, are seen with their children

Chief LeBlanc was shot in the hand. The bullet traveled through and hit his wife's arm

When Graig LeBlanc came out, the couple started arguing. Butler then came to the door armed with her gun.

When Graig LeBlanc reached out to grab Butler's gun, he was shot in the hand. The bullet traveled through his hand and hit his wife Crystal's arm.

The full picture only became clear when the chef put pen to paper to explain to the locals what had happened and fully admitted to the affair.

“I must acknowledge the role I played in this unfortunate situation,” LeBlanc wrote. '

“I have failed in my commitment to uphold the standards expected of the Commissioner of Police and, most importantly, the trust you have placed in me has not been fulfilled.

“Disloyalty is a violation not only of the personal commitments I have made, but also of the professional standards we all expect of people in public service,” he continued.

The incident occurred when Crystal LeBlanc, right, went to Savannah Butler's home to confront her. Her husband, Graig LeBlanc, was already at Butler's home at the time

“I would like to sincerely apologize to my wife, my family, all parties involved and to every member of our community,” Opelousas Police Chief Graig “Twin” LeBlanc said in an open letter.

“I would like to sincerely apologize to my wife, my family, all parties involved and to every member of our community.”

In what is sure to be an uncomfortable investigation, the chief also explained how he is “initiating an internal review to ensure that my and the Police Department's actions uphold the values ​​and integrity our community deserves.”

Butler allegedly cleared the scene to cover up evidence before notifying the sheriff's office.

She was booked on two counts of negligence, one count of obstruction and one count of illegal discharge of a firearm. She later posted a $22,000 bond.

Captain Crystal LeBlanc was also issued a summons for entering Butler's home.

Captain LeBlanc and Officer Butler have both been placed on administrative leave. Butler was told to surrender her department-issued vehicle and any equipment she had and “immediately cease all activities as an commissioned police officer.”

At this time, there are no pending charges against Chief Graig LeBlanc.