Crime
55-year-old Robert Cummings killed after shooting in front yard of Zebulon home
A tragic shooting in a Zebulon neighborhood early Thanksgiving morning has left a man dead, according to local authorities.
Police were called to the scene around 1:30 a.m. after reports of gunfire on West Barbee Street near Primrose Place.
Upon arrival, officers discovered 55-year-old Robert Cummings unresponsive in his front yard, suffering from a gunshot wound. Emergency responders transported him to a nearby hospital, but despite their efforts, he was pronounced dead shortly after arrival.
Cummings, who resided on West Barbee Street, was well-known in the area.
Family members expressed their grief, confirming that he had been shot just steps from his home.
The Zebulon Police Department is actively investigating the incident and has urged anyone with information to come forward. Community members are asked to contact the department at 919-823-1818 and request to speak with a Zebulon officer.
As the investigation continues, authorities have not released any details about potential suspects or motives. The loss of Cummings has left his family and neighborhood reeling as they seek answers and justice.
City of Hammond, Louisiana — At approximately 11:50 p.m. on February 24, 2026, officers with the Hammond Police Department responded to a report of shots fired involving one possible victim.
Upon arrival, officers located a 14-year-old juvenile female, identified as Tyronai Reed, suffering from an apparent gunshot wound.
Emergency medical assistance was rendered at the scene, and she was transported to North Oaks Health System for treatment.
Despite life-saving efforts, Reed later succumbed to her injuries.
Detectives assigned to the department’s Criminal Investigations Division launched an immediate homicide investigation.
During the course of their investigation, authorities identified 18-year-old Demontez Treyvon “Trey” Robinson of Hammond as a suspect in the shooting.
While actively working the case, officers observed a vehicle traveling at a high rate of speed and conducted a traffic stop.
Robinson was identified as the driver of the vehicle and was taken into custody without incident.
Robinson was transported to the Criminal Investigations Division for questioning. According to investigators, Robinson admitted that the firearm discharged while he was handling or “playing with” it, resulting in the single round striking the 14-year-old victim.
Robinson was subsequently booked into the Hammond City Jail on one count of Negligent Homicide.
Authorities emphasize that the investigation remains in its early stages and additional details may be released as they become available.
Anyone with information related to this incident is encouraged to contact Detective Corey Morse with the Hammond Police Department Criminal Investigations Division at 985-277-5758 or via email at morse_cm@hammond.org. Tips may also be submitted through the department’s official Facebook page or anonymously through Crime Stoppers of Tangipahoa at 1-800-554-5245.
Individuals providing information may be eligible for a cash reward. Authorities urge members of the community to assist in the ongoing investigation.