From Valleynewslive · · 1m 20s
Former teacher of the year charged in double shooting
A Louisiana middle school teacher arrested hours after a shooting that left two men hospitalized.
In brief
A Louisiana middle school teacher arrested hours after a shooting that left two men hospitalized. Kyle Delaney, named 2024-2025 New Teacher of the Year at Gonzales Middle School, was arrested and charged with attempted murder after a shooting on his last day of employment. Originally reported by Valleynewslive.
Teacher of the year arrested
Kyle Delaney, 25, was arrested and charged with two counts of attempted second-degree murder after a shooting in Donaldsonville, Louisiana on Tuesday evening.
Named teacher of the year
Delaney was identified as the 2024-2025 New Teacher of the Year at Gonzales Middle School, where he was employed by Ascension Public Schools.
Shooting on his last day
The shooting occurred on St. Vincent Street around 5:30 p.m., the same day Delaney's employment ended. Authorities say he fired multiple shots at two men before fleeing.
Two men hospitalized
Both victims were taken to the hospital in stable condition. One sustained a single gunshot wound while the other was shot multiple times.
Additional charges filed
Delaney was charged with illegal use of weapons and criminal damage to property in addition to the attempted murder counts.
Awaiting bond in custody
Delaney was found at a home in Gonzales and booked into Ascension Parish Jail, where he awaits bond. The school declined further comment on the matter.
In short
Kyle Delaney, named 2024-2025 New Teacher of the Year at Gonzales Middle School, was arrested and charged with attempted murder after a shooting on his last day of employment.
