A homicide investigation is underway after 40-year-old Donald Epps was found shot and killed inside a residence in the 3300 block of Hollywood Street near Longfellow Drive in Baton Rouge. He was discovered at approximately 11:02 a.m. on September 26, 2024, and the Baton Rouge Police Department’s Homicide Detectives are handling the case.

No suspects or arrests have been announced, and investigators have not released additional details about a motive or events leading to the shooting. The investigation remains active and authorities are asking anyone with information to contact the Violent Crimes Unit or Crime Stoppers.

If anyone knew Donald Epps or saw activity in the neighborhood around that time, please contact investigators with any information.