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Yahoo
04-05-2025
- Yahoo
Coroner contacted after possible drowning in East Baton Rouge Parish
BATON ROUGE, La. (Louisiana First) — The East Baton Rouge Coroner's Office is investigating after a possible drowning in the Central area on Saturday, May 3. First responders said they were dispatched to the Frenchtown Road BREC Conservation Area around 5:15 p.m. in connection with the incident. The Central Fire Department confirmed a man's body was recovered around 7 p.m. from the Amite River at the conservation area. The victim went to the river and never resurfaced, according to the officials at the scene. A second person was rescued, EMS added. Multiple agencies helped with the investigation, including the East Baton Rouge Sheriff's Office, the East Side Dive Team, the St. George Dive Team, the Central Police Department, and the Central Dive Team. The victim's identity has not been released at this time. Additional information will be provided as it becomes available. Coroner contacted after possible drowning in East Baton Rouge Parish Small plane crash near Kentwood leaves man, woman injured At least 15,000 USDA employees accept voluntary resignation offer Sovereignty outduels 3-1 favorite Journalism in stretch to win 151st Kentucky Derby in the slop Coast Guard responds to 'uncontrolled' oil, gas leak near Garden Island Bay Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
27-03-2025
- Yahoo
Second victim in 2024 Baton Rouge shooting dies from injuries
BATON ROUGE, La. (Louisiana First) — Police confirmed that detectives were notified that a second victim from a 2024 shooting in Baton Rouge had died from their injuries. Officers responded to a double shooting in the 11600 block of Sherwood Meadow Drive before 1 a.m. on Jan. 25, 2024, where two people were found shot. Days later, on Jan. 31, 2024, hospital staff told detectives that Ashton Williams, 17, had died from his gunshot injuries. The East Baton Rouge Coroner's Office told detectives Thursday that the other victim in the shooting, David Hamilton, 17, had died from his injuries. This is an ongoing investigation. Anyone with information about the shooting is asked to contact BRPD at 225-389-4869 or Crime Stoppers at 225-344-7867. Baton Rouge police arrest 2 teens accused of deadly shooting High-profile ICE arrests of Tufts, Alabama students spotlight growing Trump sweep AP journalists testify over White House revoking access As many as 6 hurricanes forecast to strike US this season Louisiana injury lawyers host annual summit for nonprofits Judge orders preservation of Signal group chat on Houthi strike Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
New York Times
06-03-2025
- New York Times
Police in Louisiana Investigate Hazing Episode After University Student's Death
The police in Baton Rouge, La., are investigating whether a hazing episode at a fraternity may have played a role in the recent death of a 20-year-old Southern University student, university officials said Wednesday. The student, Caleb Wilson, of New Orleans, died at 12:27 a.m. on Feb. 27, the East Baton Rouge Coroner's Office said. A university investigation into his death started after rumors of 'unsanctioned off-campus activities' began to swell, the university, whose full name is Southern University and Agricultural & Mechanical College, announced on social media. The activities are believed to have been organized by the Beta Sigma chapter of the Omega Psi Phi fraternity, the university said. 'We have been informed that the local authorities have launched an investigation into this tragic incident,' the fraternity said in a statement on its website on Feb. 28. 'We have extended ourselves to them and are ready to assist in any way possible during this difficult time.' The coroner's office said that 'the cause and manner' of Mr. Wilson's death were still under investigation. The Baton Rouge Police Department, which is investigating Mr. Wilson's death, did not immediately respond on Wednesday to an email or phone call seeking additional information. 'An off-campus incident is believed to have contributed to Caleb's death,' John K. Pierre, the chancellor for the school, said on Feb. 27 in a Facebook message. 'Southern University is cooperating fully with the Baton Rouge Police Department.' It is unclear whether Mr. Wilson was a fraternity member. Mr. Wilson was a junior at Southern University, a historically Black institution, majoring in mechanical engineering. He was also a member of the 'Human Jukebox' Marching Band, the school's prestigious collegiate musical group that incorporates dance and music and has performed at Super Bowls and presidential inaugurations. 'This tragic loss leaves a void in our Jaguar family,' the school said, referring to the university's mascot. 'Our thoughts and prayers are with Caleb's family, friends, classmates, and loved ones during this incredibly difficult time.' Southern University also said that it had begun a 'student judiciary process' in the aftermath of Mr. Wilson's death. 'Caleb was a bright and talented young man with a promising future ahead of him,' his family said in a statement provided to WAFB, a local television station. 'We are committed to seeking the truth about the circumstances surrounding Caleb's passing and ensuring that no other family has to endure such a tragedy.' A candlelight vigil honoring his life was held on campus on Friday evening. In recent years, there has been a crackdown on fraternity hazing at schools across the country, and several states have passed legislation to address the problem. Earlier this year, four fraternity members at San Diego State University were charged with felony counts after a pledge was set on fire during a skit at a party last year. In October, two men who were charged in the 2017 hazing death of a Pennsylvania State University sophomore were sentenced to two to four months in prison.
Yahoo
23-02-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
1 dead after interstate crash in Baton Rouge Sunday morning
BATON ROUGE, La. (Louisiana First) — The East Baton Rouge Coroner's Office is responding to a crash on the interstate Sunday morning. The crash happened on I-10 East near Washington Street. As of 10:42 a.m., the right lane remains blocked, and the exit ramp is blocked due to an accident. Traffic officials said congestion is approaching LA 1 near Port Allen. Further details about the victim or the crash were not immediately available. This is a developing story. American Airlines flight from New York to Delhi makes unscheduled landing in Rome These US beaches rank among the best in the world, according to Tripadvisor 1 dead after interstate crash in Baton Rouge Sunday morning Louisiana inmate dies of natural causes before March execution date Ukraine's Zelenskyy says he'd be ready to give up presidency if it brought peace, NATO membership Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
