Damon Summerlin, 19, of Denham Springs was killed in a targeted shooting in Lutcher, Louisiana, on the night of February 7, 2026. Law enforcement described the attack as deliberate, saying it wasn’t random or a drive-by and that it occurred at a specific residence. A 17-year-old companion was also shot; he survived and later drove the vehicle to a Regions Bank parking lot at about 11:05 p.m., where emergency services were contacted.

Deputies found both teens with multiple gunshot wounds. Both were taken to a hospital; Summerlin died of his injuries while the 17-year-old was treated for non-life-threatening wounds. Investigators used the surviving victim’s statement, door camera surveillance and social media posts to build a timeline. Firearms were recovered inside the vehicle the pair were in. No arrests or suspect identifications have been announced. The family has set up a GoFundMe for funeral expenses.

If anyone who knew Damon or who was in Lutcher that night has information that could help the investigation, please share what is known with the St. James Parish Sheriff’s Office.