Incident Overview

On May 12, 2025, at approximately 2:48 a.m., a targeted shooting in the parking lot of The Soap Opera laundromat at 1001 North Morrison Boulevard in Hammond, Louisiana, resulted in the death of 23-year-old Bradley Blunt and injuries to 22-year-old Raleign Honor and a two-year-old toddler. The Hammond Police Department responded swiftly, transporting the victims to a local hospital.

Victims

• Bradley Blunt: A 23-year-old Hammond resident, pronounced dead at the hospital due to gunshot wounds.
• Raleign Honor: A 22-year-old from Tickfaw, sustained non-life-threatening injuries and is recovering.
• Unnamed Toddler: A two-year-old child, injured with non-life-threatening wounds, currently under medical care.

Suspects

• Janvourian Franklin: A 23-year-old Hammond resident, charged with one count of first-degree murder, three counts of attempted first-degree murder, and illegal discharge of a firearm. Arrested after seeking treatment for a gunshot wound.
• Demetrian Anderson: A 20-year-old Hammond resident and Franklin’s sister, charged with one count of principal to first-degree murder and three counts of principal to attempted first-degree murder.

Investigation

The Hammond Police Department is investigating the shooting as a targeted attack, possibly stemming from a personal dispute. Key details include:

• Multiple shell casings found at the scene indicate the use of firearms.
• Surveillance footage and witness interviews are being analyzed.
• Tips can be submitted to Detective Randall Baudier at 985-277-5740, via the Hammond Police Department’s Facebook page, or anonymously through Crime Stoppers of Tangipahoa at 1-800-554-5245.

Community Impact

The shooting has heightened fears about gun violence in Hammond, a city with a history of similar incidents. Recent examples include:

• November 2024: Jonathan Watson killed in a domestic shooting on Robinson Road.
• February 2021: Dewayne Hutton killed, with Taurus Robinson arrested.
  Residents are calling for increased safety measures and community programs to prevent future tragedies.

Broader Context

Louisiana faces high rates of gun violence, with Tangipahoa Parish experiencing multiple shootings in recent years. The involvement of a toddler in this incident underscores the need for comprehensive strategies to protect vulnerable populations and address systemic issues like poverty and lack of opportunity.

Conclusion

The Hammond shooting is a tragic call to action for the community to unite against gun violence. The loss of Bradley Blunt and the injuries to Raleign Honor and a toddler highlight the urgent need for justice, healing, and systemic change.