Nationwide — Shaquille Guerin, a 35-year-old African American sheriff’s deputy with St. John the Baptist Parish, was shot and killed by his brother, 32-year-old Darius Guerin, in Waggaman, Louisiana. Authorities stated Darius fled the scene however was arrested after a chase by way of Jefferson Parish.
The capturing occurred simply after 5:30 p.m. on Marigold Lane, the place deputies discovered Guerin mendacity on the street with not less than one gunshot wound. First responders tried to revive him, however he died on the scene.
In keeping with WLBT, investigators shortly recognized Darius Guerin of Marrero because the suspect. They shared details about the car he used to go away the world, and patrol models throughout Jefferson Parish started trying to find it.
Round 7 p.m., a deputy noticed the car close to Ames and Lapalco boulevards. Authorities stated Darius refused to tug over, main deputies on a pursuit that continued into Lafitte. The car ultimately stopped on Jean Lafitte Boulevard. Darius ran from the automotive, however deputies chased him down and arrested him. A gun was discovered alongside the route the place he fled.
Officers stated he might be booked with second-degree homicide. Detectives are nonetheless wanting into what led to the confrontation between the brothers.
Guerin had served the St. John the Baptist Parish Sheriff’s Workplace for eight years, working in each the uniform patrol division and the detective bureau. Sheriff Mike Tregre described him as a devoted deputy who introduced positivity to his crew.
He’s survived by his spouse, Roxanne, and their three youngsters. Help groups are aiding the household and division members because the investigation continues.
