Crime
Woman killed in shooting outside Baton Rouge nightclub identified as Preneisha Wagner
Baton Rouge, LA – A woman was killed and five others were injured in a shooting that occurred early Sunday morning outside a nightclub in Baton Rouge, authorities confirmed.
According to the Baton Rouge Police Department, the incident took place around 1:30 a.m. in the 3500 block of South Choctaw Drive near Acadian Thruway, at an after-hours establishment known to draw large crowds.
Investigators say the violence began as a physical altercation between two groups in a nearby parking lot.
The dispute quickly escalated into a shootout.
The deceased victim has been identified as Preneisha Wagner.
Five additional individuals sustained injuries in the gunfire.
The extent and severity of their injuries have not yet been disclosed.
Police have detained one male individual in connection with the incident.
It is not yet clear what role he may have played in the shooting.
Detectives responded to the scene and continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the altercation and subsequent gunfire.
Authorities have not yet released information regarding potential suspects, motives, or whether additional arrests are expected.
Anyone with information is urged to contact the Baton Rouge Police Department’s Violent Crimes Unit or submit tips anonymously through Crime Stoppers.
Crime
Two Children Killed, Two Others Critically Injured in Angleton-Area Shooting, Mother in Custody
ANGLETON, Texas — Authorities are investigating a tragic shooting in Brazoria County that left two children dead and two others critically injured early Saturday morning.
According to the Brazoria County Sheriff’s Office (BCSO), deputies were dispatched around 5:00 a.m. after a distressed woman called 911, reporting that her son had attempted to kill her and that multiple children were in the vehicle with her.
Deputies located the woman and the children at a gas station on State Highway 288B near FM 521.
Investigators believe the shooting occurred elsewhere, and multiple agencies are now working to determine the exact location of the incident.
Upon arrival, deputies found four children suffering from gunshot wounds. A 13-year-old and a 4-year-old were pronounced dead at the scene.
An 8-year-old and a 9-year-old were airlifted to a nearby trauma hospital in critical condition.
Authorities later confirmed both surviving children are expected to recover.
Initial reports indicate that all individuals involved have been accounted for, and there is no ongoing threat to the community.
A female adult—believed to be the children’s mother—has been taken into custody.
While investigators initially received conflicting information suggesting one of the children may have been responsible, authorities now believe the adult female was the shooter.
In a statement, the Brazoria County Sheriff’s Office said:
“All individuals believed to be involved have been detained, and there is no ongoing threat to the community. While the details are still developing, the loss of two children in such a manner is a tragedy. Our thoughts are with the family and everyone affected as we continue to learn more about this heartbreaking situation.”
The Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office confirmed it is assisting Brazoria County investigators at a related residence in Montgomery County, believed to be connected to the ongoing investigation.
Authorities have not yet released the names of the victims or the suspect pending notification of next of kin.
The investigation remains active.