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Hammond Today
By the People, for the People
Four Injured, Including Child, in Tangipahoa Apartment Shooting
Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff's Office investigating incident at Willow Villa Apartments in Hammond
Published on Feb. 12, 2026
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Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff's deputies are investigating a shooting at the Willow Villa Apartment complex in Hammond, Louisiana, where four people, including a toddler, were injured. The incident occurred around 11:30 a.m., but the conditions of the victims are currently unknown. Authorities have not released details on what led to the shooting or if any arrests have been made.
Why it matters
Gun violence in residential areas, especially involving children, is a serious concern for the community. This incident raises questions about public safety and security measures in apartment complexes, as well as the need for further investigation into the circumstances surrounding the shooting.
The details
According to reports, Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff's Office received a call about a shooting at the Willow Villa Apartments, located just off Highway 1040 in Hammond, Louisiana. When deputies arrived on the scene, they found four victims, including a toddler, who had been injured in the incident. The conditions of the victims are currently unknown, and authorities have not released any information about what led to the shooting or if any arrests have been made.
- The shooting occurred around 11:30 a.m. on February 12, 2026.
The players
Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff's Office
The local law enforcement agency investigating the shooting incident at the Willow Villa Apartments in Hammond, Louisiana.
What’s next
Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff's Office is continuing to investigate the shooting and has not yet released any additional details about the incident or the victims' conditions.
The takeaway
This shooting highlights the ongoing issue of gun violence in residential areas and the need for improved safety measures and community engagement to prevent such incidents from occurring. The involvement of a child in the shooting is particularly concerning and underscores the importance of addressing the root causes of violence to protect the most vulnerable members of the community.
