Derrick Cavazos was 35 when he was shot and killed in his Baton Rouge home on Ashby Avenue in the early morning hours of May 1, 2021. Cavazos was a Southern University alumnus and worked as an adjunct professor. According to reports, a male intruder forced his way into the residence and an exchange of gunfire occurred; Cavazos was found fatally wounded inside the home when Baton Rouge Police arrived.

Investigators identified 28-year-old Terrius Brown as the primary suspect. Brown was located, taken into custody, and treated at a local hospital for injuries he sustained during the confrontation before being booked into the East Baton Rouge Parish Prison. He was charged with first-degree murder, aggravated burglary, and illegal use of a weapon.

If anyone knew Derrick or has information about the events that night, please share what you know.