Gerald Augustus Jr, 37 and known as Punkin, was shot and killed in the early morning of December 25, 2018, in the 6200 block of Blackberry Street in Baton Rouge. Officers responding to reports of a shooting found him in a yard at about 5:12 a.m.; he was pronounced dead at the scene with multiple gunshot wounds.

Police issued a public appeal asking anyone with information to contact the Violent Crimes Unit or Crime Stoppers, and at the time no suspects or motive had been identified. His obituary described him as a loving fiancé, father, son and brother, remembered for a warm and respectful nature.

If anyone knew Gerald, was in the area that morning, or has information that could help the investigation, please contact the Baton Rouge Violent Crimes Unit or Crime Stoppers.