Crime
Dexter Cormier killed after shooting on Greenwell Springs in Baton Rouge, 2 suspects arrested
Baton Rouge Police Homicide detectives are investigating a shooting that left one person deceased and 5 others injured by gunfire.
The shooting occurred on October 20, 2024 around 3:45 am in a parking lot located at 9702 Greenwell Springs Rd.
DEXTER CORMIER, 35, was shot and transported to a local hospital where he later succumbed to his injuries. Five other gunshot victims were transported to a local hospital with non-life threatening gunshot injuries.
Uniformed officers at the scene were able to render aid and detain 2 individuals that were involved in the incident.
MICHAEL ROBINSON, 24, was arrested and booked into East Baton Rouge Parish Prison for 1st Degree Murder, 5 Cts of Attempt 1st Degree Murder, Possession of a Firearm-Convicted Felon and Illegal Use of a Weapon.
TYRELLE HAMILTON, 30, was arrested and booked into East Baton Rouge Parish Prison for Obstruction of Justice.


This is an ongoing investigation. Anyone having information on this shooting incident is urged to contact the Violent Crimes Unit at (225) 389-4869 or Crime Stoppers at (225) 344-7867.
Crime
Greenville County Murder-Suicide: Chloe Jade Brown and Dreak Wright Dead After Elmwood Avenue Shooting
GREENVILLE, South Carolina โ A fatal shooting at a home on Elmwood Avenue in Greenville County claimed the lives of a man and a woman on Tuesday evening, October 13, 2026.
The victims have been identified in information shared with the public as Chloe Jade Brown, a young mother, and Dreak Wright. The incident has been described as a suspected murder-suicide.
The Greenville County Sheriffโs Office said deputies were called to Elmwood Avenue before 9 p.m. after receiving a report of a shooting.
Upon arrival, they found a man and a woman who had both sustained fatal gunshot wounds.
According to the supplied account, Wright allegedly shot Brown before taking his own life. The identities and sequence of events should be treated as reported information until confirmed by authorities.
Chloe Jade Brown has been remembered by friends and loved ones as a caring mother and a bright presence in their lives.
Following news of the deadly incident, tributes expressed grief over her death and concern for the children she leaves behind. Those mourning her have offered prayers for her children, family and everyone affected by the tragedy.
The loss of a mother has prompted particular concern for the childrenโs well-being and the emotional support they may need as they cope with their loss.
Some people sharing tributes to Brown alleged that she had experienced domestic violence. However, the information available does not independently confirm those claims or establish whether domestic violence played a role in the shooting.
Authorities have not provided further details in the supplied report about the circumstances leading up to the incident, the relationship between the victims or any previous reports of domestic disputes.
These details should be verified before being presented as established facts.
Deputies with the Greenville County Sheriffโs Office responded to the Elmwood Avenue residence before 9 p.m. Tuesday. They found both victims dead from gunshot wounds, according to the agencyโs initial account.
The incident has been described as a murder-suicide in the supplied information, but additional official confirmation is needed regarding the sequence of events and the circumstances surrounding the deaths.
The tragedy has left friends and loved ones mourning both individuals, while tributes to Brown have highlighted the impact her death will have on her children.
