Crime
24-year-old Deiondre Benjamin killed in shooting during St. Martinville High School homecoming game
Deion’Dre Benjamin, a 24-year-old from St. Martinville, has been identified as the victim of a fatal shooting that occurred near St. Martinville High School on Friday night, just before the school’s homecoming football game.
Zackyric Gardner, 22, of St. Martinville, has been arrested in connection with the shooting and charged with second-degree murder.
Gardner was apprehended in Texas while traveling as a passenger in a vehicle.
The St. Martinville Police Department is continuing its investigation into the incident and anticipates additional arrests.
This morning, a large-scale altercation erupted at Roseville High School, prompting immediate safety measures.
The school is now under a shelter-in-place order, meaning all students and staff are required to remain in secure locations as the situation is managed.
The disturbances began less than an hour ago with a series of fights, escalating quickly across campus.
Reports indicate that several students, primarily young women, were involved in the altercation, and a number have already been taken into custody in handcuffs.
Local law enforcement is on site, working alongside school officials to restore order and ensure the safety of all individuals on campus.
Further details about the cause of the unrest and any injuries have yet to be disclosed.