MONROE, La. — In the early darkness of Tuesday morning, a quiet street on 2000 block of Grammont Street was shattered by the unimaginable: three people found dead from what the Monroe Police Department has confirmed is a triple homicide. Among the victims was a 2‑year‑old girl whose life had only just begun, her father and one other adult man alongside her.
At about 2:30 a.m., officers responded to the scene near the city’s public works department and discovered two men and a young child, each suffering gunshot wounds to the head. They were pronounced dead at the site. One news report notes the victims included a 26‑year‑old man, a 2‑year‑old child and another adult male, though full identities are still pending official release.
What makes the loss so deeply painful is not just the numbers but the faces behind them. The father is described by friends and neighbours as a devoted parent and friend — someone whose daughter, the toddler, was full of life, laughter and hope. Their bond was inseparable, and in one cruel moment, both were taken away. In a community that already has known its share of hardship, the story has sent a ripple of grief.
During a press conference, Mayor Friday Ellis called the event “a moral wake‑up call” and emphasized that while strides have been made in community safety, there remains urgent work ahead. “A two‑year‑old child, who was defenseless, had their life taken by people with evil intentions,” he said. Police Chief Victor Zordan underscored the gravity of the crime: investigators believe drugs were involved and are actively working strong leads. The city has also authorized a $5,000 reward for any information leading to an arrest.
Flowers, balloons and candles have begun to gather near the family home and on the street where the tragedy took place, as neighbours come together in sorrow and solidarity. One mourner, tears visible, said: “They didn’t deserve this. He loved that baby more than anything. It’s just not fair.” The collective grief is real, and in their pain, many are searching for meaning or at least someone to hold accountable.
Authorities emphasize that while no arrests have yet been announced and motive is still being fully developed, this is now a criminal investigation with all the urgency it demands. The community, shaken to its core, is holding onto hope — for answers, for safety, for justice. For this little girl, for her father, and for the man whose loss is now part of the sorrow shared across Monroe.
In the quiet aftermath, the question lingers: How do you begin to heal when the light appears to be extinguished for a child whose laughter was once a promise of tomorrow? On Grammont Street, in the heart of this community, the answer will—at least for now—be found in the arms of neighbours, the prayers of friends, and a shared determination not to let the moment fade without action. May the victims rest in peace, and may the living find strength to carry forward their memory.