Baton Rouge Daily Local Headlines: 225 Fest incident, Plank Rd. shooting, and a major house fire

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Police investigate shooting incident reported during 225 Fest

Investigators are working to piece together what happened along the Mississippi River levee during 225 Fest on Saturday, Feb. 28, 2026. Police say shots were reported around 5:40 p.m., but no injuries were found. As of Monday, officers had not released a suspect description or a clear motive, and they are still asking the public to share tips.

Coroner called after early-morning shooting on Plank Road

In another case from Saturday morning, Feb. 28, emergency officials responded to a shooting near Plank Road and Osage Street around 6 a.m. A coroner was called to the scene, but authorities had not publicly released additional details in initial reports. Residents with information are encouraged to report what they know to investigators.

$200K in damage after house fire on S. Burgess Drive

Fire crews were called to the 800 block of S. Burgess Drive late Sunday morning, March 1, after a neighbor reported smoke. Officials said heavy smoke was coming from the roof and eaves when crews arrived, and the fire damaged the attic and part of the roof. No one was inside at the time, no injuries were reported, and three dogs escaped safely. The estimated loss was about $200,000, and the cause remains under investigation.

Around town

Early risers in Baton Rouge had a skywatching payoff Tuesday morning, March 3, with a total lunar eclipse visible statewide before sunrise.

Looking ahead, March brings a busy slate of community events across the Capital Region, including seasonal festivals, arts fundraisers, and neighborhood food gatherings.

Sources

• https://www.wafb.com/2026/03/02/police-investigating-shooting-incident-during-225-fest-br-no-injuries-reported/
• https://www.wafb.com/2026/02/28/coroner-called-shooting-scene-plank-rd-baton-rouge-officials-say/
• https://www.wafb.com/2026/03/01/house-fire-causes-200k-damage-s-burgess-drive-officials-say/
• https://louisianaradionetwork.com/2026/03/02/45622/
• https://www.225batonrouge.com/things-to-do/march-2026-baton-rouge-events-guide