On March 4, 2025, a tragic shooting occurred during the Mamou Mardi Gras celebrations in Mamou, Louisiana, resulting in the death of 17-year-old African American female, Alaya Christian. Alaya, a student at Lafayette Renaissance Charter High School, was known for her academic excellence, athletic involvement, and vibrant personality. She participated in softball, volleyball, and served as a physical trainer for the football team. Alaya had aspirations to study kinesiology at a Historically Black
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