An evening in Marrero, Louisiana, turned tragic on November 10, 2016, ending the life of 26-year-old Frank Bailey III. The male victim was caught in a double shooting that erupted around 8 p.m. in the 1100 block of Link Street. The incident not only claimed Bailey's life but also left a woman wounded.
According to the Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Office, deputies were dispatched to the scene following reports of gunfire.
Upon their arrival, they discovered Bailey and an adult female, both suffering from gunshot wounds. Emergency medical services transported both victims to a local hospital for treatment.
Despite the efforts of medical personnel, Frank Bailey III succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced dead at the hospital. The female victim was treated for a gunshot wound to her leg and survived. The initial investigation suggested that the shooting occurred during a gathering at a residence on Link Street.
At the time of the incident, investigators had not publicly identified any suspects or a motive for the shooting. Information regarding any subsequent arrests or the identification of those responsible for Frank Bailey's death has not been made available in the provided online sources. The case left a family to mourn the loss of a young man and a community searching for answers.