Crime
7-year-old Diellon Daniels killed after shooting on Swan Avenue in Baton Rouge
The two younger siblings sustained serious injuries, with one reportedly undergoing surgery.
Baton Rouge, LA — A horrifying incident unfolded on the afternoon of Wednesday, November 27, when a car carrying a pregnant mother and her three young children was targeted in a shooting.
The attack left one child dead and two others hospitalized, sparking outrage and grief in the local community.
At approximately 2:00 p.m., Baton Rouge Police Department officers and emergency responders were dispatched to the 1000 block of Swan Avenue, near Scenic Highway, following reports of gunfire.
Upon arrival, they discovered a Honda Accord that had been riddled with bullets and had crashed into a tree outside a local barbershop.
The driver, a pregnant mother, was unharmed. However, her three young sons, who were passengers in the vehicle, were all struck by gunfire.
Witnesses described the chaos as the shooting occurred. John Willis III, the owner of the barbershop where the vehicle crashed, recounted the terrifying moments.
“You could still hear the shots. Kids screaming, hollering. People running around with blood on them. It all happened so fast,” Willis said.
Investigators recovered approximately 60 shell casings from the scene, evidence of the brutal and indiscriminate nature of the attack.
The three children were rushed to the hospital. Family members later confirmed that the eldest boy, seven-year-old Diellon Daniels, succumbed to his injuries.
The two younger siblings sustained serious injuries, with one reportedly undergoing surgery.
The police have not yet disclosed the ages of the surviving boys.
Baton Rouge Police Chief TJ Morse condemned the shooting as a deliberate and senseless act of violence.
“I hope that people are as mad as I am,” Chief Morse said. “There’s 20 or 30 shell casings in the street. This car was hit about that many times, but it’s not worth it.”
Willis, reflecting on the event, shared a chilling detail. Moments before the shooting, his daughter had asked if she and her friends could play outside.
“I told her no because they didn’t have any adult supervision. Good thing they didn’t go outside. That’s how close to home this hit,” Willis said.
Authorities are actively investigating the case but have not yet identified suspects or a motive. The incident has left the Baton Rouge community grieving and demanding justice for the innocent lives affected.
Anyone with information is urged to contact Baton Rouge Police Department or submit an anonymous tip to Crime Stoppers. Further updates will be provided as the investigation progresses.
Crime
Kaylub Giamanco Identified as “Good Samaritan” Bystander Who Stopped Silver Rail Elementary School Shooter in Bend, Oregon
BEND, Oregon — Kaylub Giamanco has been identified as the bystander who reportedly confronted and shot the teenage suspect during the deadly shooting at Silver Rail Elementary School in Bend, Oregon, on Thursday, October 15, 2026, Channel2 NOW has learned.
According to the family member who spoke with Channel2 NOW, Giamanco was returning home during his lunch break when he encountered the unfolding emergency near the school.
Giamanco reportedly lives just up the road from the elementary school, where his two daughters attend classes.
After hearing gunshots and seeing the suspected shooter moving toward or entering the school building, he allegedly rushed toward the scene because his children (daughters) were inside.
His reported actions have prompted praise from people describing him as a hero who acted out of concern for the safety of students and staff.
Some have said he deserves a medal for his actions.
Preliminary accounts provided for this report indicate that the suspected shooter was a 16-year-old Bend resident who allegedly used a shotgun during the attack. Early reports suggested that a bystander intervened and shot the suspect, who subsequently died.
Investigators are expected to examine the circumstances surrounding the shooting and the suspect’s death as part of the broader investigation.
The shooting triggered a major emergency response in Bend on Thursday afternoon.
Preliminary information indicated that four victims—three children and one adult—were killed. The 16-year-old suspected shooter was also reported dead, bringing the reported death toll to five.
Rhoam Summer, 5, was identified in the supplied reports as the first named victim.
The other children who reportedly died were described as ages 8 and 11, while the adult victim was identified in preliminary accounts as a teacher. Their identities and the final casualty figures should be confirmed by law enforcement or the appropriate authorities before publication as definitive facts.
Two additional people were reportedly transported for medical treatment in critical condition: a 7-year-old child and a 54-year-old teacher.
The deaths and reported injuries have left the school community facing an immense tragedy, with families awaiting reliable information about their children and loved ones.
Bend police issued an active-shooter alert at approximately 1:17 p.m. Thursday, warning the public about a major law enforcement response at Silver Rail Elementary School and urging people to avoid the surrounding area.
Police, firefighters and emergency medical personnel responded to the campus. Nearby schools, including Caldera High School and Jewell Elementary, were reportedly placed under lockdown as a precaution while emergency personnel worked to address the situation.
Authorities also established a family reunification location at Journey Church, at 61303 S Highway 97, near Goodwill and Dairy Queen. Parents and guardians were directed to the designated site to reconnect with students and receive information.
Although Giamanco has been described in the supplied account as the bystander who stopped the suspect, the details have not been independently verified for this report. The suspect’s death, the bystander’s role, the identities of all victims and the reported casualty figures should be attributed to official sources once confirmed.
The incident has renewed attention to the extraordinary decisions people may face during emergencies, particularly when children and school staff are in danger. Giamanco’s reported decision to act because his daughters attended the school has prompted expressions of gratitude and calls for formal recognition.
Above all, the tragedy has left families and the Bend community mourning the reported loss of young lives and an adult educator. The focus remains on supporting those affected, confirming the facts and allowing investigators to establish exactly what happened.