14:30 LRN Newscast October 17

An 18-month-old is dead following a gruesome murder.  New Orleans Police says the father, 45-year-old Mark Hambrick told police “God made him do it.” Police chief Michael Harrison says the exact motive is still unknown, however police are seeking any information about Hambrick that can help them with the investigation

Cut 9 (11) “823-1111”.

Hambrick is in custody with charges to be filed later…

Open enrollment for the Medicare program is now until December 7th for 2018 plans. State Insurance Commissioner Jim Donelon says this is the only time of the year when senior citizens can shop around for their plans and compare prices. Donelon says call L-D-I to reach someone who can help with the shopping process at 1 (800) 259-5300.  He says there are assistance programs to help some individuals pay for healthcare premiums.

Cut 15 (09) “eligible “

A tiger who was a roadside attraction in Grosse Tete was euthanized.  Tony the Tiger had lived at the Iberville Parish Tiger Truck Stop since 2001.  Due to health issues, he was put to sleep on Monday.  Attorney Jennifer Treadway says despite what protestors say, Tony died peacefully and was very loved by his caretakers…

Cut 3 (08) “men weeping.”

Senior Staff Attorney for the Animal Legal Defense Fund Tony Eliseuson claims Tony lived in deplorable conditions…

Cut 5 (12) “his demise.”

Treadway says her client plans on getting another tiger since he has the legal paperwork to do so.