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Authorities in Louisiana Investigating Fatal Shooting On April 23 in Baton Rouge

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By Calcasieu Staff

Published April 25, 2023

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Authorities in Louisiana Investigating Fatal Shooting On April 23 in Baton Rouge

Baton Rouge, Louisiana – Authorities in Louisiana are investigating a fatal shooting on April 23 in Baton Rouge.

An update to this case has been published. Follow this link to read the update.

On April 24, 2023, the Baton Rouge Police Department reported that Homicide Detectives are investigating a fatal shooting that occurred in the 3600 block of Geronimo Street around 10:00 pm on April 23.

Kevineisha McDowell, 18, and a 27-year-old female victim were shot by a family member after having an argument. Kevineisha died at the scene. The 27-year-old victim was transported to a local hospital with life-threatening injuries.

Authorities indicated that this is an ongoing investigation.

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