Man arrested for murder after shooting at Baton Rouge hotel

Suspect Daniel Atkins, 36, apprehended in Concordia Parish on outstanding warrants

Mar. 11, 2026 at 9:06pm

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The Baton Rouge Police Department has arrested Daniel Atkins, 36, for second-degree murder and illegal use of a weapon following a shooting at the Eagle Suites hotel on Boardwalk Drive that left 36-year-old Kevin White Jr. dead on January 28.

Why it matters

Violent crime and gun violence continue to be major issues in Baton Rouge, with the city experiencing high rates of homicides and other violent offenses in recent years. This arrest highlights the ongoing efforts by law enforcement to investigate and apprehend suspects in these types of incidents.

The details

According to police, Atkins was developed as a suspect in the shooting and was later apprehended in Concordia Parish on February 25 for outstanding warrants. Atkins has a previous criminal history that includes weapon charges, domestic abuse, and child endangerment.

  • On January 28, Kevin White Jr. was found dead on a balcony with gunshot wounds.
  • On February 25, Atkins was apprehended in Concordia Parish for outstanding warrants.

The players

Daniel Atkins

A 36-year-old man arrested for second-degree murder and illegal use of a weapon in connection with the shooting death of Kevin White Jr.

Kevin White Jr.

A 36-year-old man who was found dead on a balcony with gunshot wounds at the Eagle Suites hotel on Boardwalk Drive.

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What’s next

Atkins will remain in the East Baton Rouge Parish Prison as the case proceeds through the judicial system.

The takeaway

This arrest underscores the ongoing challenge of addressing violent crime in Baton Rouge, where law enforcement continues to work to investigate and apprehend suspects in an effort to improve public safety.