Crime
Victim killed in shooting near TSU homecoming identified as 24-year-old Vonquae Johnson
Nine individuals were injured in the shooting, including bystanders.
A tragic shooting incident occurred near Tennessee State University on Saturday, resulting in the death of a 24-year-old and injuries to several others.
The Metro Nashville Police Department has identified the victim as Vonquae Johnson, who succumbed to her injuries on Sunday afternoon.
The shooting took place at the intersection of Jefferson Street and 27th Avenue North, just as the university was celebrating its homecoming.
The football game against Eastern Illinois University at Nissan Stadium was scheduled for 5 p.m.
Nine individuals were injured in the shooting, including bystanders.
Authorities transported five victims to local hospitals using Nashville Fire Department vehicles, while five others arrived at the hospital by private transportation. Among the injured were three juveniles.
Two of the victims, believed to be involved in the shooting, refused to cooperate with police investigators.
The incident has prompted strong condemnation from law enforcement officials.
MNPD spokesperson Don Aaron expressed frustration and disappointment, stating, “It’s not a good thing when a handful of people can cause disruption for the entire community. This type of gun violence has got to stop. We didn’t expect this to happen here with all the law enforcement and safety people here. There were police officers and firefighters everywhere.”
The motive behind the shooting remains unclear, and authorities are continuing their investigation to identify and apprehend those responsible.
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.