A 15-year-old boy was killed and another person remains in critical condition following a shooting on Wooddale Boulevard and Lobwood Drive in Baton Rouge on Wednesday, authorities confirmed.
Victim Identified
The East Baton Rouge Parish Coroner’s Office identified the teen killed as Tyruan Dunn, 15. Police said the second victim was taken to a hospital with life-threatening gunshot injuries.
Details of the Incident
First responders reported the shooting at approximately 5:30 p.m. near the intersection of Wooddale Boulevard and Lobwood Drive. Officers found Dunn on the roadway with multiple gunshot wounds. He was pronounced dead at the scene.
Investigation and Public Appeal
The Baton Rouge Police Department is investigating the incident. Anyone with information regarding the shooting is urged to contact the Violent Crimes Unit at (225) 389-4869. Authorities have not released additional details about the motive or suspect(s) involved.
