Ronnie Carter, 64, died on November 22, 2022, after a violent altercation with his 21-year-old son inside their Baton Rouge home on Stonewood Drive. According to police, the confrontation began about 9:30 a.m. following a dispute that started when Ronnie blew his nose. Ronnie was taken to a hospital and died later that day.

Adam called 911 for medical help, told officers he felt bad for shooting his father, tried to render aid, and admitted the shooting, telling police where the gun was. He was arrested, booked on an initial manslaughter charge and later indicted on that charge. Reports from November 2022 say Adam has been evaluated for mental illness or disability and court proceedings about his competency and sanity have been conducted; the case remains pending. Neighbors described a sheltered upbringing for Adam and his sisters and noted limited formal education since the mother’s death.

Did anyone in the neighborhood or family notice warning signs before November 22, 2022?