Baton Rouge, Louisiana – The East Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff’s Office is currently investigating a shooting incident that occurred early Saturday morning. The shooting resulted in the tragic death of a homeless man named Reginald Riggs, 51, according to officials.
Casey Rayborn Hicks, the public information officer for EBRSO, mentioned that deputies were dispatched to the scene following a report of gunshots around 5:15 a.m. on Saturday. Upon arrival, it was discovered that Riggs had already left the area.
Emergency Medical Services (EMS) later confirmed that Riggs, who was in critical condition, was subsequently transported to a local hospital via ambulance from the 8700 block of GSRI Avenue.
The investigation is currently ongoing, and authorities have not yet released any information regarding the identity of the shooter or the circumstances surrounding the shooting. As this is a developing story, further details will be provided as they become available. Readers can visit brproud.com for the latest updates.
In another related incident, two individuals are facing drug and gun charges in East Baton Rouge Parish after deputies seized a quantity of marijuana and cocaine. This serves as a reminder of the ongoing challenges faced by law enforcement in the area.
The tragic death of Riggs highlights the vulnerabilities faced by the homeless population and the need for increased support and resources to address their safety and well-being. The community is urged to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities to the authorities to prevent similar incidents from occurring in the future.