Baton Rouge Sgt. Jordon Leer Shares Update as Investigation Continues – Call Capital Region Crime Stoppers with Information

Deadly gunfire was exchanged inside the food court at the Mall of Louisiana in Baton Rouge on Thursday, April 23, 2026, resulting in one fatality and prompting an ongoing investigation by local authorities.

Baton Rouge Police Sergeant Jordon Leer provided updates on the case during a live segment with ReelzChannel’s “On Patrol: Live,” confirming that investigators have made one arrest and are seeking a second person for questioning in connection with the shooting.

The East Baton Rouge Metro Council recently approved the largest pay raise in the history of the Baton Rouge Police Department, a decision made amid ongoing efforts to address public safety concerns following violent incidents in the area.

Authorities have released a photo of the individual wanted for questioning and continue to urge anyone with information to contact the Capital Region Crime Stoppers at 1-225-344-7867.

The Mall of Louisiana, located in Baton Rouge, remains a focal point of the investigation as law enforcement works to piece together the events that led to the gunfire in the food court.