The community of Waggaman, Louisiana, is reeling after a tragic Thanksgiving evening shooting that claimed the life of 35-year-old Shaquille Guerin, a respected deputy with the St. John the Baptist Parish Sheriff’s Office. The incident occurred on November 27, 2025, just after 5:30 p.m. in the 30 block of Marigold Lane, where deputies were called to reports of gunfire. When they arrived, they found Shaquille lying in the street outside a home with at least one gunshot wound. Despite urgent life-saving efforts from deputies and medical personnel, he was pronounced dead at the scene.
Shaquille served his department for eight years and worked in both the uniform patrol division and the detective bureau. Colleagues describe him as dedicated, reliable, and deeply committed to protecting the community. His death has left fellow officers heartbroken and the parish grieving the loss of a man who spent his career helping others. Those who knew Shaquille say his kindness, courage, and steady presence made a lasting impact both inside and outside law enforcement.
In a shocking development, authorities identified the suspect as Shaquille’s own brother, 32-year-old Darius Guerin. He was arrested on charges of second-degree murder and obstruction of justice. The news has only deepened the tragedy, leaving friends, family members, and coworkers struggling to understand how such a devastating situation unfolded within one family.
According to the Jefferson Parish Sheriff’s Office, a deputy spotted Darius’s vehicle around 7 p.m. near Ames and Lapalco boulevards. When deputies attempted a traffic stop, Darius refused to pull over, sparking a pursuit through the area. The chase continued until the vehicle stopped in the 100 block of Jean Lafitte Boulevard in Lafitte. Authorities say Darius then fled on foot, but deputies quickly chased him down and took him into custody. A firearm was found along the route where he ran, though investigators have not yet confirmed whether it was the weapon used in the shooting.
At this time, officials have not released details about a possible motive, nor have they shared what evidence initially led them to name Darius as the primary suspect. Detectives say the investigation remains active as they work to gather statements, review physical evidence, and piece together the events that led to the deadly encounter.
As the community mourns the loss of a devoted deputy and grapples with the painful circumstances surrounding his death, many are calling for prayers, patience, and support for the Guerin family. The tragedy has left a void that will not soon be filled, and residents continue to await answers as the investigation moves forward.
