Crime
Victim killed in Bedford Avenue shooting identified as 25-year-old Zaykeese Brown
LYNCHBURG, VA — The Lynchburg Police Department has confirmed the identity of the victim in Tuesday night’s fatal shooting on Bedford Avenue as 25-year-old Zaykeese Amarius Brown, a resident of Lynchburg.
Brown was pronounced dead after sustaining a gunshot wound to the chest.
According to authorities, officers responded to reports of a shooting and arrived to find Brown critically injured.
Despite lifesaving efforts, he succumbed to his injuries at the scene.
Investigators have since reviewed surveillance footage in the area and identified a single camera angle that captures an individual walking away from the scene.
Police believe this person may be connected to the shooting and are pursuing this as a potential lead in the investigation.
In a statement, the Lynchburg Police Department expressed its sympathies:
“Our thoughts and prayers are with the family, friends, and loved ones of Zaykeese during this incredibly difficult time. We extend our deepest condolences as they navigate this profound loss.”
Authorities believe the shooting was an isolated incident and have stated that there is no known ongoing threat to the community.
The investigation remains active and ongoing.
Anyone with information related to this incident is urged to contact Detective Dubie at (434) 455-6102 or call Crime Stoppers at (888) 798-5900 to provide anonymous tips.
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.