Woman Arrested for Shooting Relative in St. George Home

Kaylan Perry faces attempted murder charges after alleged argument turned violent.

Apr. 7, 2026 at 3:05pm

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An extreme close-up photograph of a single spent shell casing on a dark surface, lit by a harsh, direct camera flash, conceptually illustrating the aftermath of a violent crime.A single spent shell casing left behind after a violent domestic dispute exposes the grim aftermath of unresolved conflict.Baton Rouge Today

East Baton Rouge Parish deputies arrested 47-year-old Kaylan Perry on attempted second-degree murder charges after she allegedly shot a relative during an argument at a home in the St. George neighborhood on Tuesday morning. The victim was transported to the hospital with a gunshot wound.

Why it matters

Violent crimes involving family members are unfortunately common, raising concerns about domestic violence, mental health, and access to firearms. This incident highlights the need for better resources and intervention to prevent such tragedies within communities.

The details

According to authorities, deputies responded to reports of a shooting on Tiger Bend Road and found a man with a gunshot wound. During their investigation, they learned that Perry and the male victim, who are related, had gotten into an argument that escalated to Perry allegedly shooting at the victim.

  • The incident occurred on Tuesday morning, April 7, 2026.

The players

Kaylan Perry

A 47-year-old woman arrested and charged with attempted second-degree murder for allegedly shooting a relative during an argument.

East Baton Rouge Parish deputies

Law enforcement officers who responded to the shooting incident and made the arrest.

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What’s next

Perry is currently booked into the East Baton Rouge Parish Prison, and authorities will determine whether to grant her bail.

The takeaway

This tragic incident underscores the need for greater mental health resources, domestic violence prevention, and responsible firearm ownership to help reduce violence within families and communities.