ACADIA PARISH, LA – A chilling discovery on a Louisiana highway has left a community in mourning as authorities probe a suspected murder-suicide involving a young couple. Dashayla Ardoin, a 17-year-old high schooler from Mamou, was found alongside 21-year-old DJ Glenkeithan Robertson of Opelousas, both dead from gunshot wounds.
The Acadia Parish Sheriff’s Office suspects Robertson was responsible for the shooting, although the motive remains unclear. The tragic event unfolded as the couple was likely on their way to a high school homecoming in Mamou, where Ardoin was a student.
Her high school days were marked by kindness and unforgettable smiles, as reflected in a heartfelt tribute shared by Mamou High School. The tribute honored Ardoin’s bravery and warm spirit, illustrating the profound impact she had on her community.
Robertson, known for his DJing, had documented his close relationship with Ardoin on social media, declaring them a duo against the world in a post two months prior.
The double death has shaken both families and the surrounding community as they seek solace and answers. Investigators are thoroughly examining any possible factors that might have led to the incident.
As information gradually emerges, the community has rallied together, offering support and counseling to those deeply affected by the tragic occurrence.
The local sheriff’s office remains focused on uncovering the truth to bring understanding and closure to this heartbreaking case.