Crime
17-year-old Carizma Fox killed in Waterbury shooting
The Waterbury Police Department is investigating the fatal shooting of a 17-year-old girl early Friday morning in what authorities have classified as a homicide.
Officers responded to a report of gunfire in the area of 185 Willow Street at approximately 2:48 a.m.
Upon arrival, they discovered a teenage female suffering from a gunshot wound.
The victim, identified as Carizma Fox of Waterbury, was transported to a local hospital where she later succumbed to her injuries.
Preliminary findings indicate that a disturbance involving a group of individuals took place on the street prior to the shooting.
“A disturbance occurred outside involving a group of individuals, which led to the shooting,” said Lt. Ryan Bessette, Public Information Officer for the Waterbury Police Department.
The incident remains under active investigation.
Fox was a student at Enlightenment School.
In response to the tragedy, Waterbury Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Darren Schwartz issued a statement expressing condolences and outlining available support services for students.
“It is with profound sadness that I share the tragic loss of one of our students at Enlightenment School,” said Dr. Schwartz. “Our heartfelt condolences go out to the family and friends during this difficult time.”
Grief counseling services were made available Friday from 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the school.
Additional mental health resources are being offered through Wellmore Mobile Crisis, available by dialing 211, and the Wellmore Urgent Crisis Center, located at 141 East Main Street, which is open 24/7 for walk-ins.
Anyone with information regarding the incident is urged to contact the Waterbury Police Department Detective Bureau at (203) 574-6941 or submit an anonymous tip to Crime Stoppers at (203) 755-1234.
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.