A Day of Horror: Louisiana Man Pleads Guilty to Stabbing Grandmother & Shooting Three

BATON ROUGE, La. – A Louisiana man responsible for a horrifying crime spree that left his grandmother dead, his mother wounded, and three others shot has pleaded guilty in court.

Aaron Morgan, 32, admitted to the crimes, which occurred in 2021. His plea deal includes a 120-year prison sentence for multiple charges, including manslaughter, attempted first-degree murder, and armed robbery. District Attorney Hillar Moore confirmed that the victims and their families were consulted before the agreement was finalized.

A Day of Chaos and Bloodshed

The violent attack happened just days before Morgan’s grandmother, Dianne Gifford, was set to turn 79.

On that fateful day, Morgan fatally stabbed Gifford inside their home and turned the knife on his mother, leaving her seriously injured. After the brutal attack, he fled to a grocery store parking lot on Highland Road, where he attempted to steal a car. In the process, he shot three innocent bystanders two women and a man.

The victims survived, but the incident left the Baton Rouge community in shock.

Justice Served

During the court hearing, Morgan sat silently as the judge handed down the harsh sentence. Prosecutors emphasized that every charge against him was a “crime of violence” and that his punishment ensures he will never harm anyone again.

“This was an appropriate and just verdict,” Moore said. “We hope this brings some level of closure to the victims.”

A Tragedy That Shook the Community

The impact of the attack is still felt across Baton Rouge. Families of the victims spoke about their pain, while community members struggled to understand what led to such extreme violence. Many gathered in court to witness the sentencing, some holding back tears.

Cases of family violence like this are not uncommon. In recent years, there have been multiple tragic instances across the country where individuals have turned on their loved ones.

Moving Forward

As Morgan begins his life behind bars, the community continues to heal. The case serves as a grim reminder of the dangers of domestic violence and the need for better mental health and support systems.