Crime
23-year-old Bradley Blunt killed in Hammond shooting, suspect Janvourian Franklin charged
HAMMOND, La. — A deadly shooting early Monday morning in Hammond has left one man dead and two others injured, including a toddler, according to the Hammond Police Department.
The incident occurred around 2:45 a.m. on May 12, 2025, in the 1200 block of North Morrison Boulevard.
Upon arrival, officers located three victims suffering from gunshot wounds.
One of the victims, identified as Bradley Blunt, 23, was transported to a local hospital, where he later succumbed to his injuries.
The other two victims—a juvenile and another adult—sustained non-life-threatening injuries and are currently in stable condition.
Following the shooting, investigators quickly identified Janvourian Franklin, 23, of Hammond, as the suspected gunman.
Police say Franklin was taken into custody after arriving at a nearby hospital for treatment of a gunshot wound. His role in the incident remains under investigation.
In addition to Franklin’s arrest, authorities also arrested Demetriane Anderson, 20, who is identified as Franklin’s sister.
Detectives allege she played a supporting role in the crime.
Franklin faces multiple charges, including:
- One count of first-degree murder
- Three counts of attempted first-degree murder
- Illegal discharge of a firearm
Anderson is charged with:
- One count of principal to first-degree murder
- Three counts of principal to attempted first-degree murder
The Hammond Police Department continues to investigate the circumstances surrounding the shooting and is urging anyone with information to come forward.
Tips can be reported directly to detectives at (985) 277-5740. Anonymous information may also be shared with Crime Stoppers of Tangipahoa by calling 1-800-554-5245. Callers may be eligible for a cash reward.
Crime
Victims Identified in Deadly Robeson County Mass Shooting
Two Dead, 13 Injured in Mass Shooting at Large Party in Robeson County, North Carolina
ROBESON COUNTY, N.C. — A late-night party in eastern North Carolina turned deadly early Saturday morning when gunfire erupted, leaving two people dead and 13 others injured, according to the Robeson County Sheriff’s Office.
Sheriff Burnis Wilkins confirmed that deputies were called to the scene on Dixon Drive, just outside the town of Maxton, at approximately 3:00 a.m. following reports of a shooting at a large outdoor gathering attended by more than 150 people.
When deputies arrived, chaos had already unfolded — witnesses said over 150 individuals fled the area before law enforcement could secure the scene.
Authorities identified the deceased victims as Jessie Locklear and his son Nehemiah Locklear.
Several other victims sustained critical injuries and were transported to area hospitals for emergency treatment.
Sheriff Wilkins stated that, based on preliminary findings, the shooting appears to have been an isolated incident, and there is no ongoing threat to the wider community.
The Robeson County Sheriff’s Office, with assistance from multiple agencies, continues to investigate the circumstances that led to the violence.
Detectives are working to determine the motive and identify all parties involved.
Authorities are urging anyone with information—or anyone who attended the gathering and witnessed the incident—to contact the Robeson County Sheriff’s Investigators at 910-671-3100.
“We know there were many people present when this occurred,” Sheriff Wilkins said. “If you saw something or know something, we need you to come forward to help bring justice to the victims and their families.”