Crime
39-year-old Jorquisha Rose killed in Baton Rouge shooting
Baton Rouge, LA – Authorities have confirmed that a shooting incident on Monday night, March 10, resulted in the death of a 39-year-old woman.
According to the East Baton Rouge Coroner’s Office, the victim has been identified as Jorquisha Rose.
Emergency officials reported that the shooting occurred on Canonicus Street near Plank Road.
Upon arrival, first responders found Rose suffering from gunshot wounds. Despite medical efforts, she succumbed to her injuries at the scene.
At this time, no further details have been released regarding potential suspects, the circumstances surrounding the shooting, or any possible motive.
Law enforcement agencies are actively investigating the incident.
The Baton Rouge Police Department is leading the investigation and urges anyone with information to come forward.
Individuals can contact Crime Stoppers at (225) 344-7867 to provide anonymous tips.
As the investigation continues, authorities are expected to release further details.
Crime
Wilhelmina Leigh Carlton charged with the murder in stabbing of her boyfriend Darius Montreal Boglin
A 43-year-old woman from Bessemer has been arrested and charged with murder in connection with the fatal stabbing of her boyfriend earlier this month, according to authorities.
Court records show Wilhelmina Leigh Carlton, 43, is charged with the murder of Darius Montreal Boglin, 45.
Carlton was booked into the Jefferson County Jail on March 5 and is currently being held without bond.
Officers with the Bessemer Police Department were dispatched at approximately 7:49 p.m. on Wednesday, March 4, to the 3100 block of Avenue B following reports of a stabbing.
According to Detective Justin Burmeister, responding officers arrived at the scene and discovered Boglin suffering from a stab wound in a driveway.
Emergency responders attempted to assess his condition, but he was pronounced dead at the scene at approximately 8:10 p.m.
Authorities said Carlton was still present at the location when officers arrived and was taken into custody without incident.
Investigators confirmed that Carlton and Boglin were involved in a dating relationship.
Charging documents allege that the fatal incident occurred during an altercation when Boglin allegedly grabbed Carlton from behind, at which point she stabbed him, resulting in his death.
The investigation remains ongoing, and police are asking anyone with additional information related to the case to contact the Bessemer Police Department at 205-425-2411 or 205-481-4366. Tips can also be submitted through the department’s tip line at 205-428-3541, or anonymously through Crime Stoppers at 205-254-7777.