Montrell Nover, 19, was fatally shot in the front yard of his home on Sycamore Street in Baton Rouge on the evening of April 8, 2026. Police were called about 9:22 p.m.; first responders and a nearby Baker police officer rendered aid, but Nover died at the scene from at least one gunshot wound before he could be taken to a hospital.

Initial reports say the shooting followed a confrontation between two groups while Nover was outside his house. Some people who were with Nover reportedly returned fire at the assailant. No suspects have been publicly identified and no arrests have been announced as detectives continue investigating.

Nover was a father to a young son. His mother described him as a sweet kid who had struggled at times and later spent time in a group home that helped him mature. Does anyone who was on Sycamore Street that night or who knew Montrell have information that could help investigators?