A man has been detained after reportedly shooting a woman in Baton Rouge and driving to Tennessee with her dead in the passenger seat, according to authorities.
According to the Baton Rouge Police Department, Tyronne Bazille, 50, was arrested after being pulled over for a traffic violation in Memphis on Thursday, August 13.
Police reported that during the traffic stop, they discovered the victim, Lanessa Bradford, 50, dead in the car. Bradford had a gunshot wound, according to reports.
The actual shooting happened at Baton Rouge’s Independence Community Park, according to investigators. They stated that they suspect Bazille opened fire on Bradford after the two had a verbal disagreement.
According to BRPD, the suspect was apprehended in Memphis as a fugitive and is awaiting extradition to Baton Rouge.
Authorities have suggested he will face a murder charge in relation with Bradford’s death.
Court records reveal that Bazille and Bradford married in 2003.
East Baton Rouge Schools confirmed that Bradford worked at Melrose Elementary.
The school district issued the following statement regarding her death:
“It is with deep sadness that we share the loss of Lanessa Bradford, a cherished member of the Melrose Elementary family.
Lanessa was a wonderful employee and an even more wonderful person. She cared deeply about our students and was committed to making sure every child felt supported, cared for and valued. Her kindness, compassion and dedication made a lasting difference in the lives of the students, families and colleagues who had the privilege of knowing her.
Our hearts are with Lanessa’s family, friends, colleagues, and the entire Melrose Elementary community during this incredibly difficult time. I CARE counselors will be available next week for students and staff who may need additional support as they process this loss.
Ms. Bradford will be deeply missed, but the care she showed for others and the impact she made on our students will remain a part of the Melrose Elementary family. We are grateful for the time she shared with us and for the many lives she touched.
EBR Schools
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