Patricia Jackson Obituary, Death: Coroner identifies woman killed outside OLOL Hospital; suspect arrested.
Patricia Jackson Obituary, Death: Authorities have confirmed the identity of the woman who was shot and killed outside Our Lady of the Lake Hospital in Baton Rouge on Wednesday afternoon. The victim has been identified as 58-year-old Patricia Jackson, according to the coroner’s office.
The incident occurred shortly before 4 p.m., when emergency responders were called to the hospital following reports of gunfire. Upon arrival, officers with the Baton Rouge Police Department found Jackson with fatal injuries. She was pronounced dead at the scene.
Law enforcement officials have described the shooting as a domestic-related and targeted act, indicating that Jackson was intentionally attacked. The exact circumstances leading up to the shooting have not yet been disclosed, but authorities believe it was not a random act of violence.
Following the incident, police launched an investigation to identify and locate the suspect responsible for Jackson’s death. By Wednesday night, officers had taken an individual into custody in connection with the shooting. However, the suspect’s name and any potential charges have not yet been made public.
As investigators work to piece together the details surrounding the case, authorities have urged anyone with relevant information to come forward. Further updates are expected as the investigation progresses.
This remains a developing story, and officials are continuing to gather evidence to determine what led to the deadly shooting.
