Crime
Community Gathers to Honor 13-Year-Old Shooting Victim in Spokane
No arrests have been made.
Spokane, WA – A memorial service was held Saturday night to honor the life of 13-year-old Gavin Looper, who was tragically shot and killed early that morning.
The emotional service drew dozens of community members, friends, and family who came together for a candlelight vigil and balloon release in memory of the young teen.
The fatal shooting occurred near the intersection of Heroy Avenue and Regal Street.
According to authorities, Gavin was transported to a nearby hospital following the shooting but succumbed to his injuries shortly after arrival.
Neighbors in the area reported hearing at least five to six gunshots during the incident.
As of Sunday afternoon, investigators have not released any additional details regarding the circumstances surrounding the shooting, and no arrests have been made.
The Spokane Police Department is urging anyone with information to come forward and assist in the ongoing investigation.
Individuals with relevant information are encouraged to contact Crime Check at 509-456-2233, referencing case number 2025-20016661.
The tragic loss of Gavin Rogers has deeply impacted the Spokane community, with many expressing their condolences and support for the grieving family. Further updates will be provided as the investigation continues.
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.