Baton Rouge Police Detectives are investigating the shooting death of Ryan Hord, 41, Richland Ave.
According to reports, last evening at approximately midnight, Hord confronted a vehicle burglary suspect near his residence, and gunfire was exchanged. Hord was struck and died at the scene.
The suspect, a 29-year-old male was struck also but fled the scene. He was later apprehended and transported to a local hospital for treatment.
Once released from the hospital he will be charged with 1st Degree Murder. Police have not released the name of the suspect at this time.