In the quiet community of Chalmette, Louisiana, the life of 30-year-old Keith Paul Guerra Jr. was cut short on the evening of October 27, 2015. A lifelong resident of the area, Guerra was a beloved son, brother, and fiancé, known for his loving nature. The violent end to his life left a void in the lives of his family and friends.
That Tuesday evening, at approximately 7:20 p.m., the tranquil intersection of Palmisano Boulevard and Missouri Street became a crime scene.
Reports from the time indicate that Guerra's Chevrolet Impala was rear-ended by a light-colored SUV. In the moments that followed, Guerra was shot in the chest. Witnesses reported hearing the sound of two quick gunshots before seeing two vehicles, a grey sedan and a darker, small SUV, speeding away from the scene.
When first responders arrived, they found Keith Guerra lying in the middle of the road. Despite the efforts of a bystander who attempted to render aid, Guerra succumbed to his injuries at the scene. This man, who appeared to be in his late teens or early twenties, had a bullet graze on his own leg. The St. Bernard Parish Sheriff's Office launched a homicide investigation, collecting evidence and seeking information from the public.
In the years that have followed, the case has remained open. No arrests have been made in connection with the murder of Keith Guerra, and no suspects have been publicly identified. The investigation continues, with law enforcement periodically renewing calls for anyone with information to come forward. A reward has been offered for any details that could lead to an arrest, as a family continues to await justice for a life taken too soon.
