The final goodbyes have begun for the Baton Rouge officers killed in an ambush last weekend. The funeral of Officer Matthew Gerald will start at 11am at the Louisiana National Cemetery in Zachary. Elizabeth Kasulaitis (Kass-uh-light-us) lives near the scene of the shooting. She says it’s heartbreaking this tragedy happened to the ones who serve and protect us:
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Deputy Brad Garafola will be laid to rest on Saturday, and BRPD’s Corporal Montrell Jackson’s services are set for Monday.

One of the deputies shot and injured in the attack has been released from the hospital. East Baton Rouge Sheriff’s Deputy Bruce Simmons was being treated for injuries to his shoulder and arm and underwent two surgeries. One deputy still remains in the hospital, Nick Tullier. He is being treated for gunshot wounds to his head and torso and is still in critical condition.

The Attorney General’s Office urges consumers to be cautious when making donations in wake of the Baton Rouge shootings. Amanda Larkins with the A-G’s office says they want to make sure contributions truly go to the families of the law enforcement officers and actually reach those they intend to help…:
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She says before donating you can check with the Better Business Bureau’s Wise Giving Alliance or Charity Watch.

State Police have made an arrest in the fatal hit and run crash that killed a skateboarder near the Southeastern Louisiana campus. The victim, 26-year-old Erin Gerhard of Independence was hit twice, and Trooper Dustin Dwight says they believe 37-year-old Vincent Young of Natalbany was the second vehicle…:
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Young is charged with felony hit and run.