In the city of Petal, Mississippi, a community was shaken by a tragedy that unfolded on March 10, 2024. Ed’Lauryn Kimbreun Baylis, a 21-year-old Black female affectionately known as 'LaLa,' was fatally shot at a residence on West 4th Avenue. This violent act marked the first murder the city had seen in several years, leaving a profound impact on its residents. The news of the young woman's untimely death spread quickly, casting a somber mood over the community as they grappled with the loss.
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