Crime
Child Killed, Twin Critically Injured in Belle Meade Apartments Shooting, Shawnteza La Shay Sherman Charged with Murder
GREENVILLE COUNTY, S.C. — The Greenville County Sheriff’s Office is providing an update on the ongoing investigation into the tragic shooting that occurred Friday evening at the Belle Meade Apartments on Fleetwood Drive, resulting in the death of a young child and injuries to two others.
Investigators have charged 31-year-old Shawnteza La Shay Sherman with Murder, two counts of Attempted Murder, and Criminal Conspiracy.
Additionally, a juvenile has been charged with a weapons offense for possession of a firearm while under the age of 18.
The juvenile is currently being held at the Department of Juvenile Justice in Columbia.
According to Sheriff Hobart Lewis, the incident occurred around 5:30 p.m. when two groups exchanged gunfire outside the apartment complex.
During the shootout, two 5-year-old twin brothers who were inside an apartment, along with an 18-year-old male, were struck by gunfire.
Tragically, one of the twin brothers succumbed to his injuries. His sibling remains hospitalized in critical condition.
The 18-year-old victim sustained a gunshot wound to the arm and is expected to recover.
“This was a senseless and heartbreaking act of violence,” Sheriff Lewis said. “Several individuals recklessly fired upon each other, endangering innocent lives. Our community deserves better.”
Sheriff Lewis indicated the shooting may have been gang-related and confirmed there were multiple shooters involved.
He expressed frustration at the lack of public cooperation, noting that no witnesses have come forward with information.
“I hope those responsible are watching,” Lewis said. “There are teams working around the clock — at the scene, on the streets, and in this building — and we will not stop until every individual responsible is apprehended.”
The investigation remains active and ongoing, with law enforcement continuing their efforts to locate and arrest all individuals involved.
Anyone with information about the incident is urged to contact the Greenville County Sheriff’s Office or Crime Stoppers of Greenville. Tipsters can remain anonymous.
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.