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• Deputies: Juveniles facing hate crime charges after multiple armed robberies appearing to target Hispanic victims

  May 26, 2022 9:30 PM

  BATON ROUGE - Deputies made two arrests Wednesday of juveniles connected to several armed robberies on and around Gardere Lane throughout May. The East Baton Rouge Sheriff's Office responded to reports of an armed robbery and gunfire on the 8500 block of Rush Avenue. Victims on the scene reported... more »

• Deadly shootout involving teens marks latest violence at troubled Tigerland apartment Play Video

  November 9, 2021 12:40 PM

  Update: Two suspects, ages 18 and 17, have been arrested in the killing. Read the latest here: https://www.wbrz.com/news/juvenile-among-2-arrested-in-tigerland-shootout-that-killed-teen ------ BATON ROUGE - Pelumi Folojimi has lived at the Tiger Plaza apartments for two years. On Sunday, he came home to something peculiar: white dust on his couch. ... more »

• Woman shot armed robber during Facebook Marketplace meet-up

  October 7, 2021 2:51 PM

  BATON ROUGE - A woman shot a man after he tried to steal her Xbox at gunpoint. The confrontation happened Sept. 28 after the woman — who was selling the game console over Facebook — set up a meeting with 20-year-old Dane Johnson. The victim told police that... more »

• Two injured in overnight shooting on West McKinley Street

  September 21, 2021 6:43 AM

  BATON ROUGE - Capital area authorities say an overnight shooting in Old South Baton Rouge left two people injured Tuesday. According to Baton Rouge Police, officers were called to the 650 block of West McKinley shortly after midnight. Authorities say a woman suffering from life-threatening injuries was... more »

• One person found injured on Lorraine Street following reported shooting Play Video

  August 11, 2021 9:34 AM

  BATON ROUGE - Capital area police were called to a north Baton Rouge residence in regards to a reported shooting that left one person injured Wednesday morning. A representative with the Baton Rouge Police Department said officers were dispatched to the 4700 block of Lorraine Street where a person... more »

• Two Gonzales men arrested in shooting incident on Norwood Road

  August 6, 2021 7:42 AM

  GONZALES - Two men are behind bars for a shooting incident in Ascension Parish that occurred Tuesday, officials say. According to the Ascension Parish Sheriff’s Office, 30-year-old Kody Hughes and 30-year-old Humberto Gonzalez were arrested this week. Their arrests are the result of what deputies say unfolded around... more »

• 4-year-old dead, sibling arrested in deadly accidental shooting Play Video

  August 2, 2021 9:52 PM

  BATON ROUGE - A 4-year-old died in an accidental shooting, the sheriff's office said Tuesday. The shooting happened Monday night. The shooting happened around 8:15 p.m. on Glenetta Court. Officials say the child was rushed to a local hospital with life-threatening injuries and later died.... more »

• Deputies: Recently married groom, still in wedding day tuxedo, shoots two on Bonnet Carre Spillway

  August 2, 2021 7:05 AM

  ST. JOHN THE BAPTIST PARISH - Authorities say two people were hit by gunfire on the Bonnet Carré Spillway late Saturday night when a groom, still dressed in his wedding-day tuxedo but armed with a gun, got out of a vehicle and opened fire. According to WWL-TV, St. John... more »

• Arrest made in deadly drive-by shooting on N. 13th Street

  July 28, 2021 7:39 PM

  BATON ROUGE - A man from Texas has been arrested in connection with a deadly drive-by shooting in North Baton Rouge that occurred in late July. On Thursday (September 9), Baton Rouge Police arrested 44-year-old Christopher Bacon, a resident of Houston, in connection with the death of Larry Winfrey.... more »

• Baton Rouge Police respond to overnight shooting off Michelli Drive

  July 20, 2021 4:53 AM

  BATON ROUGE - An overnight shooting occurred in north Baton Rouge, according to capital area authorities. Baton Rouge Police reported Tuesday that the incident took place in the 2800 block of Elgin Street, which is just south of Winbourne Avenue and off Michelli Drive. Authorities described the... more »

• Shots fired at vehicle containing juveniles in July 4 incident; girl injured

  July 6, 2021 9:05 AM

  BATON ROUGE - According to The Advocate , police are investigating an incident of gun violence that left a juvenile injured Sunday night. Police say it was around 11:45 p.m. when a vehicle containing several juveniles was struck by gunfire while it was in the 5000 block of Dutton... more »

• One hurt in Tuesday morning shooting on North 15th Street

  June 29, 2021 11:03 AM

  BATON ROUGE - First responders were dispatched to a reported shooting in north Baton Rouge Tuesday morning. Baton Rouge Police say it was around 9:30 a.m. when officers responded to the 2000 block of N.15th Street in regards to the shooting. Upon arrival, police say they discovered a... more »

• 19-year-old killed during shooting at Houma splash party

  June 29, 2021 7:45 AM

  HOUMA — A Saturday evening splash party in Houma became the scene of a disturbing crime when someone opened fire and shot a 19-year-old to death, WWL-TV reports. The Houma Police Department says several guests were attending the pool party in the 2600 block of Issac Street and, around... more »

• Suspected shooter arrested in May killing of IHOP employee; All known suspects in custody Play Video

  June 25, 2021 4:47 AM

  UPDATE: The fifth suspect, Trevell Jarrell, was arrested in Dallas on Aug. 3 and was transferred to East Baton Rouge Parish Prison on Aug. 23. Jarell was booked for first-degree murder, attempted first-degree murder, simple arson, illegal posession of stolen things and obstruction of justice. This is a... more »

• Shooting near S. Choctaw Drive leaves one person injured

  June 24, 2021 10:09 AM

  BATON ROUGE - Authorities were called to the scene of a reported shooting near S. Choctaw Drive, Thursday morning. The shooting, which occurred at the corner of La Margie Avenue and Stacy Drive, left one person injured. At this time, details are scarce and WBRZ is reaching out... more »

• Man reportedly shot woman to death right next to St. Landry Sheriff's Safety Complex

  June 24, 2021 7:45 AM

  ST. LANDRY PARISH - A man accused of walking into a home right next to the St. Landry Parish Sheriff's Safety Complex and shooting his wife to death has been arrested, KATC reports. The news outlet identified the suspect as Derrick Hills, saying local deputies believe it was on... more »

• Roommate allegedly shot couple at Nicholson Dr. apartment, charged with murder Play Video

  June 23, 2021 7:56 AM

  BATON ROUGE - A dispute between roommates escalated into an incident of gun violence that left one person dead and a second injured early Wednesday morning. According to the East Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff's Office, a series of gunshots fired in an apartment along Nicholson Drive near Gardere Lane... more »

• Police identify man killed in overnight shooting on Monet Drive Play Video

  June 21, 2021 7:09 AM

  BATON ROUGE - Police say a 29-year-old man was killed in a Sunday night shooting in Baton Rouge's Lobdell/Woodale area. According to a representative with the Baton Rouge Police Department, it was close to 11 p.m. when officials were dispatched to the 1000 block of Monet Drive in regards... more »

• Three teens charged in Baton Rouge gunfight that killed 16-year-old

  June 16, 2021 10:50 AM

  BATON ROUGE - Three people are facing criminal charges after a teenager was shot to death during a gun battle outside an apartment complex last month. Jesse Harris, 18, and two juvenile suspects, ages 15 and 16, were arrested in the May 23 shooting. The other suspects were booked... more »

• BR Street Team participates in training program to address local violence Play Video

  June 10, 2021 10:50 AM

  BATON ROUGE - In response to a wave of increasing violence in the Baton Rouge area, the mayor's office issued a Thursday morning news release detailing steps some locals are taking to address rising crime. According to the release, a group of residents known as the Baton Rouge Street... more »

• St. Landry Parish authorities request help in identifying person of interest

  June 10, 2021 5:49 AM

  ST. LANDRY PARISH - Last month, a deadly shooting in Eunice occurred and local authorities are now asking the public to assist in identifying a person of interest, KATC reports. The fatal shots were fired on May 5, police say. Authorities report rushing to the intersection of Nimitz Street... more »

• One injured in Prescott Road shooting early Wednesday morning

  June 9, 2021 7:33 AM

  BATON ROUGE - On Wednesday morning a shooting that left one person injured occurred on Prescott Road. First responders representatives with the Baton Rouge Police Department were dispatched to the 5500 block of Prescott Road early Wednesday morning. Officials say the wounded individual sustained a non-life threatening injury.... more »

• Shooting at Cousins Food Mart on Plank Road injures two

  June 9, 2021 7:22 AM

  BATON ROUGE - On Wednesday morning, two people were injured in a shooting at Cousins Food Mart in the 3900 block of Plank Road. According to the Baton Rouge Police Department, officers were dispatched to a reported shooting at the business. Officials say the two wounded individuals were... more »

• Arrest made in wild shooting incident that injured three in St. Francisville

  June 4, 2021 8:16 AM

  WEST FELICIANA PARISH - A man has been arrested in connection with a wild shooting incident that injured three people at a West Feliciana gas station on Thursday night, authorities say. The West Feliciana Parish Sheriff's Office confirmed that Demarcus Dunbar was arrested after Dunbar turned himself in to... more »

• Baker man accused in Memorial Day drive-by shooting

  June 2, 2021 9:56 AM

  BAKER - A Baker man has been arrested for his alleged involvement in the Memorial Day drive-by shooting of a home while two adults and a child were inside. According to authorities with the Baker Police Department, 21-year-old Jacolby Nicholas was arrested on charges of attempted second-degree murder, criminal... more »

• Police investigating shooting on Scenic Highway

  December 17, 2020 3:45 PM

  BATON ROUGE - Authorities are responding to reports of a shooting that left a person hurt along Scenic Highway Thursday. The gunfire was reported around 2:30 p.m. on Scenic Highway near Adams Avenue. Witnesses said the victim appeared to be shot in the leg. No other details are... more »

• Man allegedly shot at woman, child during drive-by attack in Baton Rouge Play Video

  November 4, 2020 5:54 AM

  BATON ROUGE - Officers with the Baton Rouge Police Department arrested a man for allegedly shooting at a woman and her young son during a Nov. 3 domestic incident. According to arrest documents, 28-year-old Dexter Allen was captured on accusations of shooting his female relative twice, once in the... more »

• Man found dead in his front yard with multiple gunshot wounds on Spanish Town Road overnight

  July 6, 2019 11:16 AM

  BATON ROUGE - Baton Rouge Police are investigating a deadly shooting that occurred at 1935 Spanish Town Road at 1:22 a.m. Saturday morning. Greg Dixon, 30 years old, was found in the front yard of his residence with multiple gunshot wounds. He was transported to the hospital, where he... more »

• Authorities seeking masked man after armed robbery in Ascension Parish

  October 3, 2017 7:02 PM

  PRAIRIEVILLE - Deputies are seeking a masked man who robbed an Ascension Parish gas station at gunpoint early Tuesday morning. According to the Ascension Parish Sheriff's Office, a masked man armed with a handgun entered the Super Stop Gas Station on Highway 73 near Highway 621 around 12:30 a.m.... more »

• Man arrested after early morning gunshot complaints

  September 22, 2017 1:36 PM

  ASSUMPTION- A man was arrested early Friday morning after police responded to gunshot complaints in Assumption Parish. Deputies from the Assumption Parish Sheriff's Office responded to a complaint in the Paincourtville area shortly after midnight. At the scene, deputies found a vehicle near the area of the complaint... more »

• Decomposed body found on Napoleon Street identified

  November 6, 2016 9:54 PM

  BATON ROUGE - A body found decomposed on Napoleon Street on Sunday has been identified, BRPD reported on Monday. According to BRPD, the body has been identified as 36-year-old Marquell Gardner. According to BRPD, Gardner's last known address was located in LaPlace. Officers say a passerby noticed a... more »

• Shots fired at 'Tigerland' Sunday morning

  September 20, 2015 12:56 PM

  BATON ROUGE, La. - Tense moments in Tigerland, as people were left running from gunshots after celebrating Saturday’s win. Baton Rouge Police told News 2 that someone fired around a half dozen gunshots as bars were closing. No one was injured, but several witnesses say the crowd panicked. ... more »