Inside the Mall of Louisiana Shooting: BRPD Sergeant Billy Aime Sits Down with Kiran Chawla
About this episode
BRPD Sergeant Billy Aime recounts his experience during the Mall of Louisiana shooting, detailing his actions and the aftermath.
On April 26, 2026 at the Mall of Louisiana, gunfire erupted in the food court. BRPD Sergeant Billy Aime sits down with Kiran Chawla as he describes being the first officer on scene, relaying warnings over radio, and finding victims amid the chaos. Aime also recounts providing basic first aid, assisting with evacuation, and working with other officers and mall staff to clear the building. He discusses the death of 17-year-old Martha Odom, visiting victims in the hospital, and the recovery of wounded mall regular Donnie Guillory. Timestamps 05:27 Food Court Chaos 07:06 Protecting the Mall 10:44 Donnie in the Crossfire 14:30 Securing the Entire Mall 23:13 Visiting the Victims 30:07 Back to Work 33:18 Donnie’s Recovery 38:48 Carrying the Guilt 43:33 Attack Years Earlier Local Sponsors for this episode include: Neighbors Federal Credit Union: Another Chance Bail Bonds: Family Worship Center Church Twin Team Realty If you are looking to buy or sell your home, look no further! Call (225) 354-9761 Today! Sound and Editing for this audio podcast by Envision Podcast Production:
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