Crime
Murder-Suicide in Lafayette: Man Shoots Wife While Driving, Then Takes Own Life
During the incident, the two children inside the car managed to escape.
Lafayette, LA – A tragic domestic violence incident unfolded Sunday evening on Johnston Street, where a New Iberia man fatally shot his wife while she was driving, before turning the gun on himself.
Two children were inside the vehicle at the time of the shooting, according to the Lafayette Police Department.
The shooting occurred around 7:30 p.m. on February 10, 2025, in the 2100 block of Johnston Street, near The Ground Pat’i Restaurant.
Authorities say 60-year-old Kevin Brown was in the passenger seat while his wife, 47-year-old Shentell Brown, was driving.
Their two children were seated in the back of the vehicle when Kevin Brown suddenly opened fire on his wife, shooting her multiple times.
Shentell Brown succumbed to her injuries at the scene. Kevin Brown then shot himself inside the vehicle.
He was later transported to a local hospital, where he was pronounced dead.
During the incident, the two children inside the car managed to escape.
One child successfully flagged down a passing motorist, who drove them to the Lafayette Police Department to seek help.
The second child was struck by a passing vehicle while fleeing the scene but sustained only minor injuries, authorities confirmed.
Shentell was employed with the St. Martin Parish District Attorney’s Office, where she served in the Juvenile/Non-Support Division.
Detectives with the Lafayette Police Department are actively investigating the circumstances surrounding the murder-suicide.
Authorities have not disclosed further details regarding the possible motive behind the attack.
This heartbreaking event highlights the dangers of domestic violence and its impact on families.
Anyone with additional information is urged to contact the Lafayette Police Department as the investigation continues.
Crime
Wyoming Tragedy: 3 children killed, 1 fighting for life after Byron shooting
Sources confirmed woman shot and killed her children – All under age of 10
Byron, WY – Authorities are investigating a devastating shooting incident that occurred Monday afternoon in the small town of Byron, Wyoming, leaving multiple victims, both deceased and injured.
According to Big Horn County Sheriff Ken Blackburn, law enforcement responded to a 911 call at approximately 1:30 p.m. reporting gunfire at a residence on the south side of Byron.
Upon arrival, officers from the Big Horn County Sheriff’s Office, Wyoming Highway Patrol, and Lovell Police Department discovered multiple gunshot victims inside the home.
Some were found alive and in need of medical attention, while others were deceased.
Among those affected was Cliff Harshman, a devoted father and husband, who suffered the unimaginable loss of his three daughters, one still fighting for life.
Sources have confirmed that the suspect, Tranyelle Harshman, is believed to have fatally shot her children, all of whom were under the age of 10.
The sheriff’s office has not yet specified how many individuals perished or survived the attack.
Several victims were transported by ambulance to North Big Horn Hospital in Lovell for emergency treatment.
Their conditions remain unknown.
To assist with the investigation, Sheriff Blackburn has requested support from the Wyoming Division of Criminal Investigation (DCI) to process the scene.
Authorities have reassured the public that there is no active threat to the community at this time.
Sheriff Blackburn expressed gratitude to the Wyoming Highway Patrol, Lovell Police Department, local hospitals, and emergency responders for their swift response to the tragedy.
“Our hearts and prayers go out to all those affected by this devastating incident,” Sheriff Blackburn stated.
Byron is a small farming community located approximately 12 miles southwest of Lovell, Wyoming. The investigation remains ongoing, and additional details are expected to be released as authorities continue their work.