On the evening of July 24, 2012, 39-year-old Louis Spears was standing on a front porch in Baton Rouge when someone opened fire. Spears was struck multiple times in both legs and was transported to a nearby hospital, where he died shortly after arrival from his wounds.

The Baton Rouge Police Department canvassed the neighborhood and interviewed potential witnesses but reported no clear motive and no identified suspects. The investigation stalled and the case went cold; it remains open but inactive.

Louis Spears’ death left family and neighbors searching for answers. If anyone remembers that night or has information about the shooting, please share what you know with the Baton Rouge Police Department.