On Wednesday, June 4, 2025, at approximately 3:06pm, the Jeanerette Police Department received calls through Iberia Parish 911 of multiple shots fired in the 600 block of Canal Street. Upon the immediate response of police personnel, officers pursued suspects who were fleeing the area on foot within the surrounding neighborhood. The Jeanerette Fire Department responded and attended a male victim who sustained a non-life-threatening gunshot wound. The victim was transported to a local hospital for treatment.
The Jeanerette Police Department began actively working the crime scene. Investigators received information from the public as well as evidence that indicated that (5) suspects were involved in the incident. From the evidence received and the active work of the responding officers, the suspects were developed and identified. The Jeanerette Police Department received assistance from local law enforcement partners as the area was searched.
At 5:42 pm, the Jeanerette Police Department was notified of another call of shots fired in the area of Wilson and Cypermort Streets. Officers responded as the area was cleared. Through investigation, the suspected shooter in the incident was identified as B/M Javon Robertson, D.O.B. 12/12/2002 age (22). The Jeanerette Police Department learned shortly afterward that the Baldwin Police Department was engaged in a pursuit with a vehicle, which the suspects fled on foot. One of the occupants was identified as Mr. Robertson, the main suspect in the second shooting incident. Investigators continued their investigation as warrants were obtained for the following suspects for both incidents.
B/M Javon Robertson D.O.B. 12/12/2002 age (22)
1 Count of Illegal use of weapons or dangerous instrumentalities- Felony LA.R.S. 14:94
1 Count of Terrorizing- Felony LA.R.S. 14:40.1
B/M Miguel Martinez B.O.B. 5/29/2008 age (17)
1 Count of Illegal use of weapons or dangerous instrumentalities- Felony LA.R.S. 14:94
2 Counts of Aggravated Criminal Damage to Property- Felony LA.R.S. 1455
2 Counts of Attempted Second Degree Murder- Felony LA.R.S. 14:27.30.1
1 Count of Terrorizing- Felony LA.R.S. 14:40.1
B/M Jaylon Charles D.O.B. 12/27/2005 age (19)
1 Count of Illegal use of weapons or dangerous instrumentalities- Felony LA.R.S. 14:94
2 Counts of Aggravated Criminal Damage to Property- Felony LA.R.S. 14:55
2 Counts of Attempted Second Degree Murder- Felony LA.R.S. 14:27.30.1
1 Count of Terrorizing- Felony LA.R.S. 14:40.1
Also wanted is a (16) male juvenile.
Chief Moore advised that the investigation is ongoing, as several more arrests are expected to be made as a result of further investigation. Chief Moore advises that anyone identified as assisting these individuals will be charged accordingly and arrested.
Chief Moore would also like to thank the following agencies:
Jeanerette Marshals Office
Jeanerette Fire Department
Baldwin Police Department
Iberia Parish Sheriff’s Office
St Mary Parish Sheriff’s Office
Franklin Police Department
Acadian Ambulance