On June 17, 2010 a black male was threatened by a white man, with a gun, who had been making racial slurs, at a Magnolia Bridge Road convenience store. The victim abruptly left the area and reported the incident to the Livingston Parish Sheriff’s Office. Investigating Detectives obtained a copy of the store’s surveillance camera’s video, a description of the suspect and his vehicle, and statements from witnesses.
On June 30, 2010 Deputies responded to the report of a possible “drive by shooting” involving automatic weapon gunfire at a residence north of Walker. While on scene investigating this crime, a vehicle matching that of the suspected “shooter,” passed in front of the home. Deputies stopped the vehicle, saw firearms on the front floor board, and arrested the driver. He admitted firing his AK47 in front of the residence, even though he was a friend of the white occupants of the home.
Detectives then realized that he and his vehicle matched the description of the man wanted for the June 17th assault. Analysis of all evidence collected from both scenes led to his arrest for both crimes.
John Fallon, a 52 year old white male who listed his address as 4778 Elmwood Drive, Baton Rouge, La., was charged as follows:
- 1 Count Illegal Use of a Weapon
- 1 Count Hate Crime
- 1 Count Aggravated Assault with a Firearm
He is currently in the Livingston Parish Detention Center waiting for a bond to be set.
