Four arrested in Hammond shooting following argument
Dec 19, 2024
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HAMMOND, La. (WGNO) — Four men have been arrested following a shooting that reportedly caused a "large amount of property damage" in Hammond on Wednesday, Dec. 18.
According to the Hammond Police Department, police responded to the 1300 block of Smith Square after neighbors reportedly got into an argument and some grabbed guns.
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Multiple shots were fired from multiple different guns in the area, although police say nobody was injured.
Detectives reportedly identified four suspects who were allegedly involved in the shooting. The following individuals were arrested and charged with various crimes.
26-year-old Kailon Dillon, of Hammond - Attempted first-degree murder, misdemeanor warrant.
29-year-old Javeon Francis, of Hammond - Aggravated assault with a firearm, misdemeanor warrant.
23-year-old John Francis III, of Hammond - Attempted first-degree murder.
28-year-old Levar Jefferson, of Hammond - 3 counts of attempted first-degree murder, illegal discharge of a firearm.
The investigation remains ongoing, and anyone with information that can assist in the case is asked to contact the Hammond Police Department, Detective Randall Baudier by phone at 985-277-5740 or by email at [email protected] or Crime Stoppers of Tangipahoa at 1-800-554-5245.
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