Baton Rouge Police Arrest Second Suspect in Teen’s Fatal Shooting

Baton Rouge Police Arrest Second Suspect in Teen’s Fatal Shooting

BATON ROUGE, La. — A second arrest has been made in connection with a deadly shooting that claimed the life of an 18-year-old earlier this year.

According to the Baton Rouge Police Department, Jeremieah Davis, 19, has been arrested and charged with second-degree murder and illegal use of a weapon.

Davis now joins Keithan Lee, 19, who was previously charged with the same offenses.

April Shooting Details

The fatal shooting took place on April 26 near the intersection of North 38th Street and Choctaw Drive.

Police responded to the scene and discovered a Dodge vehicle riddled with bullet holes. Inside the car, officers found the victim, 18-year-old Jonathan Triplett, who was pronounced dead in the driver’s seat.

Ongoing Investigation

Authorities have not released additional details about what led to the shooting or the possible connection between the suspects and the victim.

Both Davis and Lee remain in custody as the investigation continues.

Police are urging anyone with information about the incident to contact the Baton Rouge Police Department or Crime Stoppers.

Community Concerns

The tragedy has reignited concerns about gun violence in Baton Rouge, where residents and city leaders continue to call for solutions to protect young lives and reduce crime in local neighborhoods.