Crime
7-year-old Diellon Daniels killed in Swan Avenue shooting
The other two children remain hospitalized.
Last updated on December 2nd, 2024 at 07:40 am
A horrific shooting incident in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, has left one child dead and two others injured. The incident occurred on Wednesday afternoon, November 27th, 2024, around 2 PM in the 1000 block of Swan Avenue.
A woman driving a Honda Accord was targeted in a drive-by shooting, resulting in her vehicle being riddled with bullets.
The woman was unharmed, but her three children sustained gunshot wounds.
Tragically, 7-year-old Diellon Daniels succumbed to his injuries.
The other two children remain hospitalized.
Baton Rouge Police Chief TJ Morse described the incident as a targeted attack and expressed outrage over the senseless violence.
The police are actively investigating the shooting and have recovered approximately 60 shell casings from the scene.
The community is shocked and saddened by this tragedy, with many expressing concern for the safety of their children.
The incident highlights the urgent need to address gun violence and its devastating impact on innocent lives.
Crime
Two Dead, Two Injured in Marion Shooting; Authorities Identify One Victim as 16-Year-Old Kaiden Allen
MARION, S.C. — Two individuals were killed and two others wounded in a shooting that occurred Thursday night in Marion, prompting a large multi-agency response, according to the Marion County Sheriff’s Office.
Deputies were dispatched to the scene on Tubello Court following reports of gunfire at approximately 7:21 p.m.
Upon arrival, law enforcement discovered four individuals suffering from gunshot wounds. As of 9:00 p.m., two of the victims were confirmed deceased.
One of the deceased has been identified as 16-year-old Kaiden Allen.
The crime scene remained active late into the night, with updates confirming that it was still being processed as of 10:22 p.m.
A coordinated response involved personnel from the Marion County Sheriff’s Office, its K-9 Unit, the Marion and Mullins Police Departments, federal law enforcement agencies, and agents from the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED).
Authorities have not yet released the identities or conditions of the two surviving victims.
Investigators have also not commented on a potential motive or whether any suspects have been identified or taken into custody.
The Marion County Sheriff’s Office is urging anyone with information related to the shooting to come forward by calling 843-423-8399. The investigation remains ongoing.