Sedrick Taylor dies in fatal Baton Rouge shooting
Fatal Baton Rouge shooting death of Sedrick Taylor
Baton Rouge police have confirmed the identity of a man killed during a shooting outside a fast-food restaurant. The incident occurred on Saturday, October 18th. Detectives identified the deceased as Sedrick Taylor, a 22-year-old individual.
Investigators received reports of gunfire near the McDonald’s located on Airline Highway. They responded quickly. Evidence gathered at the scene pointed towards the 6900 block of Airline Highway, specifically near the Prescott Road intersection. Taylor sustained fatal injuries from what authorities described as gunshot wounds.
According to preliminary findings by law enforcement, the event transpired during an illegal drug dealing operation. The victim was pronounced dead at the location where officers found him. The specific time of the incident is believed to be around 11:15 a.m. This tragic event underscores the ongoing concerns regarding violent crime in the area.
