BATON ROUGE, LA – Authorities have identified two individuals killed in separate shootings on Tuesday night in different parts of the city. While details remain limited, police have confirmed that the cases are not connected.
The first incident occurred on La Margie Avenue, where 25-year-old Samuel Jackson was fatally shot. Baton Rouge police stated that Jackson was the victim of a targeted attack, though they have not disclosed any details regarding a suspect or motive. Officers responded to reports of gunfire in the area and found Jackson suffering from gunshot wounds. He was pronounced dead at the scene.
Investigators are gathering evidence and speaking with witnesses to determine what led to the shooting. No arrests have been made, and authorities are urging anyone with information to come forward.
The second shooting took place on Avenue E and resulted in the death of 80-year-old James Williams. Unlike the first incident, police have not classified this as a targeted attack, and they have yet to identify a suspect or motive. Williams was found with gunshot wounds, and despite emergency efforts, he did not survive.
While both shootings occurred on the same night, police have emphasized that the two incidents are unrelated. Each case is being investigated separately, with authorities working to determine the circumstances behind both killings.
The back-to-back homicides have raised concerns among Baton Rouge residents, particularly given the lack of immediate details about the suspects or motives. Law enforcement officials are urging residents to stay vigilant and report any information that may help solve these cases. Police are asking anyone with knowledge of the incidents to contact the Baton Rouge Police Department or submit anonymous tips through Crime Stoppers. Authorities expect to release further updates as detectives gather more details and work toward identifying those responsible.
