Crime
Man Fatally Shot by St. Louis County Police Identified as 37-Year-Old Durrell Dorn
Authorities have identified the man fatally shot by St. Louis County police as 37-year-old Durrell Dorn. According to law enforcement, Dorn was reportedly firing shots into the air and at passing vehicles along West Florissant Avenue in Country Club Hills before the encounter.
Dorn’s family has since revealed that he suffered from bipolar disorder and schizophrenia, raising concerns about whether this situation could have been managed differently.
In the aftermath of the incident, Dorn’s family and members of the community are emphasizing the urgent need for greater awareness and support for mental health, particularly within the Black community.
“This tragedy highlights the ongoing challenges faced by individuals living with mental illness,” a family spokesperson said. “Too often, Black men experiencing mental health crises are perceived as threats rather than people in need of help. We must prioritize understanding, proper care, and support.”
Community advocates are calling for a stronger focus on mental health resources, urging individuals to seek therapy, ensure proper medication management, and engage in supportive outlets.
“We need to break the stigma surrounding mental health in our community,” said a representative. “While prayer is a powerful tool, it is not always sufficient on its own. Comprehensive care, including therapy and medication, is crucial to helping individuals navigate mental health challenges effectively.”
Dorn’s death has sparked renewed conversations about how law enforcement and communities respond to mental health crises. Advocates are urging policymakers, healthcare providers, and community leaders to collaborate on creating programs that ensure those in crisis receive appropriate intervention rather than punitive action.
We extended its condolences to Dorn’s family and all those affected by this tragedy. “We are keeping Dorn’s loved ones in our prayers as they grieve this loss,” the outlet shared. “This incident underscores the importance of addressing mental health with care, compassion, and understanding.”
As the investigation continues, the community is urging a commitment to both justice and mental health reform, calling for changes that could prevent similar incidents in the future.
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.