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51-year-old man accused of beating missing 15-year-old boy to death, police say
By Francisco Esteves, Akim Powell at KGNS — Sitewide
· June 21, 2026
· 2 min read
BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB/Gray News) - A 51-year-old man is accused of beating a missing 15-year-old boy to death in Louisiana, authorities said.Maurice Parms, was arrested Saturday on a count of first-degree murder in connection with the death of 15-year-old Ja’Derrius Minnieweather.Police said evi...
Key takeaway (WAFB/Gray News) - A 51-year-old man is accused of beating a missing 15-year-old boy to death in Louisiana, authorities said.
Why this matters in The Laredo
This tragic incident in Louisiana serves as a stark reminder of the potential dangers that exist in any community, including our own in Laredo . The fact that the suspect, Maurice Parms, had a history of inappropriate behavior with minors and was able to interact with teenagers in a way that led to this horrific outcome is a concern for parents and law enforcement alike. In Laredo, where the United Independent School District and Laredo Independent School District serve a large and diverse student population, it is crucial for authorities and educators to be vigilant in identifying and addressing potential threats to student safety. The city's own police department and social services should take note of this case and review their protocols for investigating missing persons and suspicious behavior, particularly when it involves minors. By learning from this tragedy, Laredo can take steps to prevent similar incidents from occurring in our own community.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 21, 2026 ·
Source: KGNS — Sitewide ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB/Gray News) - A 51-year-old man is accused of beating a missing 15-year-old boy to death in Louisiana, authorities said.Maurice Parms, was arrested Saturday on a count of first-degree murder in connection with the death of 15-year-old Ja’Derrius Minnieweather.Police said evi...
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