Three Teens Indicted in Uber Double-Murder in Caddo Court

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The Caddo Parish Grand Jury has indicted three 18-year-old Shreveport men - Joshua Darnyell Thomas, Travelia Tramell Loston, and Denis Demon Scott - on two counts of second-degree murder and one count of attempted second-degree murder in connection with a high-profile double murder late last year. The victims were 43-year-old Uber driver Frederick Kiprono and his 18-year-old passenger Tatum Ashley, who were shot and killed as they drove north on the Parkway just past East Preston Avenue. Another passenger, 18-year-old Isaiah Marshall, was also shot but survived the attack.

Why it matters

This case highlights the ongoing issue of violent crime involving young offenders in the Shreveport area, as well as the risks and dangers that Uber drivers and passengers can face. The indictments come as the community grapples with how to address youth violence and improve public safety.

The details

According to the Caddo District Attorney's office, the three suspects - Thomas, Loston, and Scott - have each been charged with two counts of second-degree murder and one count of attempted second-degree murder. The charges stem from the shooting deaths of Uber driver Frederick Kiprono and his passenger Tatum Ashley, as well as the non-fatal shooting of passenger Isaiah Marshall, which occurred as they were driving north on the Parkway in Shreveport.

• The shooting incident took place late last year.
• The Caddo Parish Grand Jury indicted the three suspects on February 25, 2026.

What they’re saying

What’s next

The three suspects are currently in custody at the Caddo Correctional Center and will face trial for the second-degree murder and attempted second-degree murder charges.