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Roderick Williams

Case from Baton Rouge, LA dated Apr 03, 2026

Victim Details

Roderick Williams

Male

Black / African American

Baton Rouge

LA

2026-04-03

41

Roderick

Williams

06/26/2026

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In the early afternoon of April 3, 2026, a verbal dispute in the 7800 block of Scenic Highway in Baton Rouge escalated into deadly violence. Roderick Williams, a 41-year-old man, was shot multiple times. Emergency services were called to the scene around 3:00 p.m., and Williams was rushed to a local hospital for treatment. Despite the efforts of medical staff, he succumbed to his injuries.

The Baton Rouge Police Department immediately launched an investigation into the shooting. Detective ...
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  • The Advocate: Man dies after argument turns into deadly shooting, Baton Rouge Police say
  • https://www.louisianafirstnews.com/news/shooting-on-scenic-highway-leaves-one-in-critical-condition/
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