Baton Rouge, Louisiana – The community is in mourning following the tragic death of 14-year-old Travez Washington, whose body was discovered in a ditch near the intersection of Dayton Street and Interstate 1. The Baton Rouge Police Department announced the devastating news on Friday, August 9, 2024.
Travez Washington was found with multiple gunshot wounds on Thursday, prompting an ongoing investigation into the circumstances surrounding his death. Authorities reported hearing gunshots in the area around 15 minutes before the discovery. The immediate response included placing the nearby Rosenwald Preschool on a temporary lockdown as a precaution.
As of now, no suspects have been identified, and the investigation continues. The tragic death of such a young life has left the community reeling.
On Facebook, many have expressed their sorrow and support for the Washington family. Schtair Brown posted, "Prayers for 14-year-old TRAVEZ WASHINGTON’s family!! This is horrible!!" Sandra Lofton and Ramona Fuller Miller both shared simple yet powerful sentiments with the word "Prayers."
Angie Smith poignantly wrote, "Lord be with this child’s family. Travez should be going back to school with everybody else. Now his parents have to bury him, oh my God, what is this world coming to?"
The outpouring of grief on social media reflects the shock and sadness that has gripped Baton Rouge following this senseless act of violence. The loss of Travez Washington is a stark reminder of the violence affecting youth in communities, leaving many to question how such tragedies can be prevented in the future.