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• Man arrested after allegedly shooting at a vehicle containing three juveniles on Graham Street

  June 8, 2026 3:51 PM

  BATON ROUGE — A man was arrested after he allegedly shot at a car containing three juveniles on Graham Street. On Friday, officers with the Baton Rouge Police Department responded to a shooting on Graham Street, where they located a victim who claimed she had been shot while driving... more »

• 1 injured following shooting during organized fight, officers say Play Video

  May 29, 2026 8:17 PM

  BATON ROUGE — The Baton Rouge Police Department arrested a woman for attempted second-degree murder after she allegedly shot a man while her daughters were fighting. According to arrest documents, on Monday, officers arrived on Airline Highway to find a male suffering from a gunshot wound to the back.... more »

• One injured following Monday morning shooting on Greenwell Springs Road Play Video

  May 25, 2026 11:26 AM

  BATON ROUGE — A female victim was left injured following a Monday morning shooting near Greenwell Springs Road, according to the Baton Rouge Police Department. Officers said that the shooting occurred near the intersection of Greenwell Springs Road and Joor Road around 2:33 a.m., leaving a female victim injured.... more »

• Bystander in serious condition after fatal shooting near White House checkpoint Play Video

  May 25, 2026 10:26 AM

  WASHINGTON (AP) — A bystander who was struck by gunfire after a man fired on a checkpoint outside the White House and was fatally shot by U.S. Secret Service officers remained in serious but stable condition Sunday. The Secret Service said the bystander, who has not been identified, suffered... more »

• LDWF investigating after three Canada geese shot at East Lakeshore Drive Play Video

  May 23, 2026 5:23 PM

  BATON ROUGE - The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries is investigating after three geese were shot at East Lakeshore Drive. LDWF officials are on scene investigating after someone shot three Canada geese out of a white Volvo SUV, officials told WBRZ. Canada geese are federally protected under the... more »

• Teenage gunmen open fire on San Diego mosque, killing 3 men and then themselves Play Video

  May 18, 2026 4:47 PM

  SAN DIEGO (AP) — Two teenage shooters opened fire at a San Diego mosque on Monday and killed three men — then killed themselves a few blocks away — in an attack police are investigating as a hate crime. There was no specific threat made against the Islamic... more »

• Baton Rouge rapper Ben10 identified as one of three shot on Wells Street Play Video

  May 14, 2026 1:42 PM

  BATON ROUGE — Ben10, a known associate of fellow Baton Rouge rapper NBA YoungBoy, was shot in Baton Rouge on Tuesday, just over a month after he was shot in Houston, sources tell WBRZ. Ben10, whose real name is Ben Anthony Fields, was identified as one of three people... more »

• Mother arrested after toddler accidentally shot in back, police say

  May 13, 2026 3:47 PM

  BATON ROUGE — A woman was arrested after her child accidentally shot a toddler with her gun, according to the Baton Rouge Police Department. Police responded to a hospital on May 4 after a toddler arrived suffering from a gunshot wound . Kioshia Hills, 29, told police that... more »

• Man arrested for shooting at LPSO deputies found guilty of attempted first-degree murder Play Video

  May 11, 2026 12:01 PM

  DENHAM SPRINGS — A man arrested on five counts of attempted first-degree murder of a police officer after he fired shots at deputies with the Livingston Parish Sheriff's Office was found guilty following a three-day trial in Livingston Parish, the 21st Judicial District Attorney's Office said. According to District... more »

• Police identify suspected driver after 2 injured in downtown Hammond shooting Play Video

  May 8, 2026 12:49 PM

  HAMMOND — The suspected driver of a vehicle involved in a pursuit has been identified after two people were hurt and four were arrested following a shooting downtown Hammond on Tuesday night. Hammond Police said that two people were injured after shots were fired into a crowd near North... more »

• Agent hit by buckshot from the gun of man charged in correspondents' dinner attack, prosecutor says Play Video

  May 3, 2026 6:26 PM

  WASHINGTON (AP) — Authorities have determined that buckshot from the gun of the man charged with trying to storm the White House Correspondents' Association dinner in an attempt to kill President Donald Trump struck a Secret Service agent, according to the federal prosecutor overseeing the investigation. Jeanine Pirro,... more »

• Juvenile struck after exchanging gunfire along Devore Drive in Baton Rouge Play Video

  May 3, 2026 3:09 PM

  BATON ROUGE — A juvenile was struck by gunfire along Devore Drive on Sunday afternoon, according to emergency officials. According to the East Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff's Office, the shooting occurred around 1:45 p.m. when a male exited a vehicle and began exchanging gunfire with a juvenile before fleeing.... more »

• Woman arrested in St. George after allegedly shooting a man during an argument Play Video

  April 26, 2026 9:46 PM

  ST. GEORGE — A woman was arrested in St. George late Saturday night after she allegedly shot a man during an argument. According to deputies with the East Baton Rouge Sheriff's Office, 29-year-old Keishell Jarreau and the victim arrived at a residence just before midnight, where they engaged in... more »

• Lafayette Police: Officer shot at man who brandished weapon near Festival International de Louisiane Play Video

  April 26, 2026 11:40 AM

  LAFAYETTE — Lafayette's police department says one of its officers shot at a man near the site of the Festival International de Louisiane after the man waved a gun at a number of people. Television station KADN reported Sunday that Jai'Quan Pierre, 19, of Crowley, allegedly threatened a crowd.... more »

• Louisiana man arrested in Alabama after mother and grandmother killed in Easter Sunday shooting Play Video

  April 6, 2026 3:58 PM

  CHALMETTE — A Louisiana man was arrested in Alabama after he allegedly killed his mother and grandmother on Easter Sunday. The St Bernard Parish Sheriff's Office said that around 7:45 p.m., deputies arrived at a residence on Centanni Drive in St. Bernard to find two female victims suffering from... more »

• Secret Service agent on Jill Biden detail shoots self in the leg, official says

  March 27, 2026 11:36 AM

  PHILADELPHIA, Pa. (ABC News) — A U.S. Secret Service agent assigned to former first lady Jill Biden's detail shot himself in the leg on Friday morning as the result of a "negligent discharge," according to an agency official. Dr. Jill Biden was not in the vicinity of the shooting,... more »

• One injured following Saturday night shooting on East Gate Drive in Hammond Play Video

  March 9, 2026 7:14 PM

  HAMMOND — A Saturday night shooting left one man injured, according to the Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff's Office. Deputies said that around 10:30 p.m., they arrived on East Gate Drive to find a car and a home with bullet holes. There was no victim on the scene at the time.... more »

• One in critical condition following shooting on Old Hermitage Parkway off Gardere Lane Play Video

  March 7, 2026 1:55 PM

  GARDERE — Deputies with the East Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff's Office responded to a shooting that left one person injured on Saturday. The shooting occurred around 12 p.m. behind an apartment complex on Old Hermitage Parkway off Gardere Lane. One person was injured as a result of the... more »

• Bar shooting in Austin leaves 3 dead, including the suspect, and 14 injured Play Video

  March 1, 2026 9:33 AM

  AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — Three people were killed, including the alleged gunman, and 14 others were wounded in a mass shooting at a popular bar in the Texas capital of Austin, authorities said Sunday. Austin Police Chief Lisa Davis said at a news conference early Sunday that police received... more »

• New Roads officer who shot man resigns from job, attorney says Play Video

  February 4, 2026 5:31 PM

  NEW ROADS - A New Roads Police officer who shot a man multiple times when responding to a disturbance call in September resigned Wednesday. Officer John Chambliss shot John Sexton, 45, on Sept. 19. T he WBRZ Investigative Unit obtained the body-worn camera footage of the shooting. Chambliss ordered... more »

• Man arrested in Denham Springs after a woman was shot on Magnolia Beach Road Play Video

  January 31, 2026 7:36 PM

  DENHAM SPRINGS — Deputies with the Livingston Parish Sheriff's Office arrested a man for attempted manslaughter after a woman was shot on Magnolia Beach Road early Saturday morning. According to Livingston Parish Sheriff Jason Ard, deputies arrived on the scene around 3 a.m. and discovered "a woman with a... more »

• New details on shooting that left 18-year-old dead following a basketball game Play Video

  January 30, 2026 3:07 PM

  ST. GEORGE — New details on a shooting that left an 18-year-old dead after a basketball game have emerged following an investigation by the East Baton Rouge Sheriff's Office. On Jan. 22, deputies with the sheriff's office were sent to a shooting at Barringer Foreman Road Church . ... more »

• 18-year-old shot in argument over basketball game dies in hospital, charges upgraded for man arrested Play Video

  January 26, 2026 5:38 PM

  ST. GEORGE - An 18-year-old who was shot in an argument during a basketball game died, sources confirmed to WBRZ. The East Baton Rouge Parish Coroner said Christopher Joe, 18, passed away from his injuries. Joe was shot on Thursday evening around 8:15 at Grace Life Fellowship Church.... more »

• One injured in second Friday night shooting on North Ardenwood Drive Play Video

  January 24, 2026 2:15 PM

  BATON ROUGE — Baton Rouge Police are investigating a Friday night shooting on North Ardenwood Drive that left one injured. According to the department, the shooting occurred around 9:45 p.m., shortly after another shooting at 6:54 p.m. injured a 13 -year-old inside a home. Police said the 33-year-old... more »

• Man is shot and killed during Minneapolis immigration crackdown, National Guard activated Play Video

  January 24, 2026 12:20 PM

  MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — A federal immigration officer shot and killed a man Saturday in Minneapolis, drawing hundreds of protesters onto the frigid streets and ratcheting up tensions in a city already shaken by another fatal shooting weeks earlier. Family members identified the man who was killed as Alex Pretti,... more »

• 13-year-old struck by gunfire while inside home on North Ardenwood Drive Play Video

  January 24, 2026 12:10 PM

  BATON ROUGE — A 13-year-old was injured during a Saturday night shooting on North Ardenwood Drive, according to the Baton Rouge Police Department. Officers said the shooting occurred around 6:54 p.m. when gunfire from outside a home struck the juvenile who was inside the home. The teen was... more »

• Wilkinson County High School increases security for Friday night game following student's death Play Video

  January 23, 2026 5:25 PM

  WOODVILLE, Ms. — Wilkinson County High School is tightening security for a Friday night game after the death of a student-athlete. Wilkinson County senior 17-year-old Enaje Bates died from injuries she received during a shooting in Centreville, according to a report from The Democrat . Deputies with the... more »

• Lutcher man sentenced to 25 years following 2020 officer-involved shooting Play Video

  January 23, 2026 3:46 PM

  LUTCHER — A Lutcher man was sentenced to 25 years following a 2020 officer-involved shooting in St. James Parish. According to Louisiana State Police, two deputies with the St. James Parish Sheriff's Office were surveying 41-year-old Edward Young III for illegal drug activity when Young allegedly approached the detectives,... more »

• Man found guilty of 2021 murder at the OYO Motel sentenced to life in prison Play Video

  January 23, 2026 12:03 PM

  DONALDSONVILLE — A man found guilty of a 2021 murder at the OYO Motel on La. 70 was sentenced to life in prison on Tuesday. An Ascension Parish jury found 37-year-old Marty Leonard of Pierre Part guilty of second-degree murder and aggravated criminal damage to property in July for... more »

• Three injured following overnight shooting on Florida Boulevard Play Video

  January 18, 2026 5:50 PM

  BATON ROUGE — Three people were injured in an overnight shooting on Florida Boulevard on Sunday. According to officials, the shooting occurred around 3:40 a.m., leaving two people on the scene injured. The two victims were transported to a local hospital, with one in serious condition. Officials... more »

• Mid City Gras hosts annual Mardi Gras Ball to raise money amidst rising security costs Play Video

  January 18, 2026 4:52 PM

  BATON ROUGE — The Mid City Gras Parade held its annual Mardi Gras Ball on Saturday, featuring this year's theme, the "Squirrel Olympics." Organizers said the theme is to celebrate everyone who goes for the gold in their lives. The ball also served as a fundraiser to aid the... more »

• Mamou residents confused about Mardi Gras celebrations after last year's events ended with two dead Play Video

  January 18, 2026 3:11 PM

  MAMOU — Residents in Mamou were left confused about the future of their Mardi Gras celebrations after Mamou town councilman and Mardi Gras organizer Derrell Thomas shared a post on Facebook on Wednesday. In the post Thomas shared, "that there will be no Mardi Gras events hosted this year,... more »

• Fourth suspect arrested in connection to fatal Christmas Day shooting in Greenwell Springs Play Video

  January 17, 2026 3:24 PM

  GREENWELL SPRINGS — The East Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff's Office arrested a fourth suspect allegedly connected to the killing of a man at an apartment complex off Greenwell Springs Road on Christmas. Deputies arrested 23-year-old Jacolby Gordon on Friday on second-degree murder charges following the Christmas Day shooting of... more »

• Two injured following two separate shootings on Florida Boulevard and Scenic Highway Play Video

  January 17, 2026 2:27 PM

  BATON ROUGE — Two people were injured in two separate shootings on Saturday afternoon, according to authorities. The shootings occurred around 12:30 p.m., leaving one person injured near an Advanced Auto Parts on Scenic Highway, with another person being injured at a separate shooting near a Smoothie King on... more »

• East Feliciana Parish Sheriff's Office searching for hunter following spotlighting arrest Play Video

  January 16, 2026 12:46 PM

  CLINTON — The East Feliciana Parish Sheriff's Office is searching for a hunter after two men were allegedly caught hunting on private property Friday morning. The sheriff's office was contacted around 3 a.m., after the hunters were allegedly found retrieving a shot deer on private property near Highway 19.... more »

• 17-year-old killed in Saturday night shooting on Wood Street, BRPD says Play Video

  January 11, 2026 2:53 PM

  BATON ROUGE — Detectives with the Baton Rouge Police Department are investigating a Saturday night shooting on Wood Street that left a 17-year-old dead and another person injured. According to the department, police arrived around 5 p.m. to find E'myrie Walker, 17, suffering from gunshot wounds. Officers said... more »

• 6 people killed in Mississippi rampage, including 7-year-old girl. Suspect charged with murder Play Video

  January 11, 2026 1:23 PM

  WEST POINT, Miss. (AP) — A 24-year-old Mississippi man killed six people — his father, brother, uncle, 7-year-old cousin, a church pastor and the pastor’s brother — at three locations during a Friday night rampage in a rural area, authorities said. Daricka M. Moore was arrested at a police... more »

• Protestors gather in Baton Rouge in response to fatal ICE shooting in Minneapolis Play Video

  January 10, 2026 4:15 PM

  BATON ROUGE — Protestors gathered on the corner of Jefferson Highway and Corporate Boulevard on Saturday in response to the fatal shooting of Renee Good by an ICE officer in Minneapolis on Wednesday. The protest hosted by Indivisible Baton Rouge aimed to "reject violence, injustice and indifference" through speeches,... more »

• One in critical condition following shooting near Prescott Road Play Video

  January 10, 2026 2:53 PM

  BATON ROUGE — Authorities responded to a shooting near the intersection of West Brookstown Drive and Heidel Avenue off Prescott Road on Saturday afternoon. According to emergency responders, the shooting occurred around 1:20 p.m., leaving one victim in critical condition. The victim was transported to a local hospital. more »

• New video of fatal Minnesota ICE shooting, from officer's perspective, brings fresh scrutiny

  January 10, 2026 11:06 AM

  MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — A Minnesota prosecutor on Friday called on the public to share with investigators any recordings and evidence connected to the fatal shooting of Renee Good as a new video emerged showing the final moments of her encounter with an immigration officer. The Minneapolis killing and a... more »

• Man shot over scooter on Staring Lane survives, now struggling to pay bills Play Video

  January 7, 2026 4:52 PM

  BATON ROUGE - One man is recovering after being shot in the head three months ago. The incident has turned Ronnie Weaver's life upside down, he is now unable to work. "Things have been a lot different for me," said Weaver. Weaver was picking up a pack of... more »

• Man arrested for allegedly shooting driver along Highway 190 Play Video

  January 4, 2026 3:44 PM

  BATON ROUGE — A man was arrested by the East Baton Rouge Sheriff's Office on Saturday for an alleged drive-by shooting on Highway 190. According to arrest records, the Denham Springs Police Department was contacted by a driver on Nov. 15 around 6 p.m. after they had allegedly been... more »

• BRPD: Two injured in shooting on Annette Street after potential armed robbery Play Video

  January 2, 2026 3:28 PM

  BATON ROUGE — The Baton Rouge Police Department responded to a shooting on Friday that left two people injured. According to officers, the shooting took place on Annette Street around 1:12 p.m. BRPD said one person was on the scene suffering from gunshot wounds, while another victim went to... more »

• 1 injured in shooting near the intersection of North 18th Street and Gayosa Street Play Video

  December 29, 2025 4:35 PM

  BATON ROUGE - Authorities responded to a shooting on Monday afternoon near the intersection of North 18th Street and Gayosa Street. According to authorities, one person was injured and transported to a local hospital in stable condition. The investigation is still ongoing. more »

• Man injured in shooting not believed to be intended target according to police Play Video

  December 14, 2025 2:02 PM

  BATON ROUGE - The Baton Rouge Police Department responded to a shooting on Saturday that left one man injured near Gus Young Avenue. According to the department, the shooting occurred around 4:30 p.m. on the 1400 block of North 49th Street when a man walking with his family was... more »

• Multiple victims reported in shooting at Brown University in Rhode Island Play Video

  December 13, 2025 6:10 PM

  PROVIDENCE, R.I. (AP) — Multiple people were shot Saturday in the area of Brown University, police said, as the Ivy League school issued an active shooter alert and urged students and staff to take shelter during the second day of final exams. Police did not immediately release details about... more »

• One injured in shooting near Gus Young Avenue Play Video

  December 13, 2025 5:54 PM

  BATON ROUGE - The Baton Rouge Police Department responded to a shooting that left one man injured on Saturday near Gus Young Avenue. According to authorities, the shooting occurred around 4:30 p.m. near Ragusa's Deli, one man was injured after being struck in the foot. The victim of... more »

• Man arrested in connection with alleged November shooting Play Video

  December 13, 2025 11:50 AM

  BATON ROUGE - The Baton Rouge Police Department arrested a man on Friday in connection with a November shooting. According to arrest records, a woman reported that she was the victim of a shooting on Nov. 29. The woman told police that she was walking to her home when... more »

• Mother gives her side of story after 15-year-old son shot in arm; police disagree Play Video

  December 9, 2025 7:48 PM

  GONZALES — A teenager was shot in his own home Friday night, a window was broken, and it seemed an intruder had gotten inside. Home alone last week, two teenage brothers were struck with fear and hid in their closets when they heard what sounded like an intruder entering... more »

• Police investigate Sunday morning shooting on Plank Road Play Video

  November 23, 2025 1:51 PM

  BATON ROUGE - The Baton Rouge Police Department is investigating a shooting that took place early Sunday morning. According to detectives, the shooting occurred around 3 a.m. on Plank Road, leaving one person injured. The department said the victim sustained non-life-threatening injuries. The shooting is currently under... more »

• 6-year-old struck in early Saturday morning shooting Play Video

  November 22, 2025 4:27 PM

  BATON ROUGE - A 6-year-old was the victim of a shooting early Saturday morning, according to the Baton Rouge Police Department. Officers said the shooting occurred around 3:47 a.m. near the 6100 block of St. Gerard Avenue when a 6-year-old sleeping on a couch in a nearby home was... more »

• Gonzales bar owner arrested after shooting left two injured Play Video

  November 21, 2025 12:57 PM

  GONZALES - The Ascension Parish Sheriff's Office arrested the owner of a Gonzales bar after a previous shooting left two people injured, deputies said Friday. Joshua Johnson, 48, owner of the Pelican Pub on La. 44, was arrested and booked on unlawful sales to a person under 21 and... more »

• Man who allegedly shot Independence Police officer, led authorities on manhunt booked into jail Play Video

  November 17, 2025 7:43 PM

  AMITE - A man who allegedly shot an Independence Police officer , carjacked someone and led law enforcement on a manhunt was booked into jail Monday. Louisiana State Police said Trey Ramey of Brusly was stopped around 3 a.m. by a Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff's deputy on Nov. 12 for... more »

• Cara's House Ascension Parish Animal Shelter hosts free pet vaccination clinic Play Video

  November 16, 2025 2:55 PM

  PRAIRIEVILLE - Cara's House animal shelter hosted a free pet vaccination clinic on Sunday at the Athletes in Motion building in Prairieville. The free clinic offered DAPPV shots for dogs and FVRCP shots for cats while also providing microchips and rabies vaccines for $5 each. Cara's House, an... more »

• Iberville Parish mourns Deputy Charles Riley, supports wounded partner Captain Brett Stassi Jr. Play Video

  October 7, 2025 7:15 PM

  PLAQUEMINE — Iberville Parish is reeling after a shocking and tragic shooting Monday night. On Tuesday, neighbors, law enforcement, and parish officials came together to honor two Iberville Parish Sheriff's Deputies . “It’s a sad day when, when we have to bury an officer, an officer that’s committed his... more »

• Man dead after shooting on Apple Street, King Ard Street in Hammond, police say Play Video

  October 2, 2025 5:55 PM

  HAMMOND — A man died in the hospital after he was shot, Hammond Police said Thursday. Police said the shooting happened near the intersection of Apple Street and King Ard Street on Wednesday. The man was taken to the hospital but died shortly after he arrived. “This type... more »

• Family says a Mexican man shot at a Dallas ICE facility has died, becoming attack's second victim Play Video

  September 30, 2025 9:00 AM

  DALLAS (AP) — A second detainee shot in an attack on a Dallas immigration field office last week has died, his family said Tuesday. In a statement shared by the League of United Latin American Citizens, the family confirmed that Miguel Ángel García-Hernández, 32, succumbed to his injuries after... more »

• BRPD: Man found shot dead behind business on Scenic Highway Play Video

  September 20, 2025 11:08 AM

  BATON ROUGE - Detectives have identified a man they say was found shot to death behind a food mart Friday morning. James Lee Critney, 25, was found dead with a gunshot wound behind the Triangle Market just before noon, according to the Baton Rouge Police Department Detectives believe... more »

• Conservative activist Charlie Kirk dead after being shot at an event at Utah Valley University Play Video

  September 10, 2025 3:05 PM

  OREM, Utah (AP) — Charlie Kirk, the CEO and co-founder of the conservative youth organization Turning Point USA, died after being shot at an event at a Utah college. He was 31-years-old. President Trump put out a statement confirming Kirk's death. FBI Director Kash... more »

• 19-year-old Southern student killed in targeted shooting along Government Street Play Video

  September 1, 2025 5:33 AM

  BATON ROUGE - Baton Rouge Police are investigating a shooting that happened near the intersection of Government Street and South Foster Drive early Monday morning Police say 19-year-old Roderick Forkner was shot in his car, which then ran into the sign of the Smoothie King located on Government Street,... more »