In the early morning hours of Saturday, May 16, 2026, a fatal altercation shattered the peace at a residence on Highway 1081 in Covington, Louisiana. William Jenkins, a 47-year-old man, was shot and killed in what authorities have described as a domestic dispute. The St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office was first alerted to the unfolding tragedy shortly after 1 a.m. through a distressing 911 call from a woman who reported that her uncle had just shot her father.
A second 911 call was also received from the suspected shooter himself, adding a chilling layer to the already grim situation.
Upon their arrival at the home in the 20000 block of Highway 1081, deputies were met by 50-year-old Frank Jenkins. He openly admitted to the deputies that he had shot his younger brother, William, following an argument. Inside the residence, which both brothers shared, law enforcement discovered William Jenkins suffering from what appeared to be a single gunshot wound. Tragically, his injuries were fatal, and he was pronounced dead at the scene. The St. Tammany Parish Coroner's Office was called to the scene and took possession of William's body.
In the immediate aftermath of the shooting, Frank Jenkins was taken into custody without incident and transported to the St. Tammany Parish Correctional Center. He was subsequently booked on one count of second-degree murder in connection with the death of his brother, William Jenkins. The case, as it stands, is a somber illustration of how a familial dispute can escalate to a point of no return, leaving one brother dead and the other facing serious criminal charges. The investigation into the full circumstances of the altercation is ongoing, and the legal process for Frank Jenkins is just beginning. As of now, details regarding a trial, conviction, or potential sentencing have not been made public, pending the progression of the case through the criminal justice system.
