Baton Rouge Police sergeant dies after targeted attack

BATON ROUGE, La. (Louisiana First) — A decorated Baton Rouge Police sergeant has died after what authorities call a “deliberate and cowardly” attack. Sgt. Caleb Eisworth, a 23-year veteran, passed away Sunday, Aug. 10, at a Baton Rouge hospital.

Eisworth was critically injured on June 16, 2025, when investigators say Gad Black, 41, intentionally rammed his pickup truck into Eisworth’s police motorcycle as the officer traveled along Joor Road. Deputies said Black admitted to following Eisworth and expressed a deep hatred for law enforcement.

Black was arrested and charged with attempted first-degree murder of a police officer, hate crimes, and resisting an officer. His alleged family member, Asia Raby, 40, was charged with obstruction of justice and accessory after the fact to attempted first-degree murder of a police officer.

“It is with profound sadness that I must share that our beloved Motors Officer, Sgt. Caleb Eisworth, died moments ago surrounded by loved ones. Caleb was an amazing officer and a good man. He spent seven weeks fighting hard to overcome his injuries, but ultimately lost his battle today,” Baton Rouge Police Chief Thomas “TJ” Morse said. “I ask that our community continue to lift the Eisworth family and the men and women of our Baton Rouge Police Department up in prayer.”

East Baton Rouge District Attorney Hillar Moore confirmed to Louisiana First News that he will seek the death penalty.

East Baton Rouge Mayor-President Sid Edwards asks that all flags be flown at half-staff in honor of Eisworth. Flags will remain at half-staff until his funeral to honor his dedication, bravery, and service to Baton Rouge.

Local officials react

Please join me in praying for BRPD Sergeant Caleb Eisworth’s family, friends, fellow officers, and the entire Baton Rouge Police Department. As a 23-year veteran with the department, Sgt. Eisworth received the Medal of Valor, the department’s highest honor, and multiple awards for heroism. His memory and impact on the Baton Rouge community will live on forever. I support District Attorney Hillar Moore’s decision to seek the death penalty in this case, and I will offer any support he needs from my office.
Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill

We are saddened to hear of the passing of Baton Rouge Police Department Sgt. Caleb Eisworth. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family and our brothers in blue . Rest in Peace Brother
Livingston Police Department Chief Randy Dufrene

It is with profound sadness that I share the passing of one of our finest, Sgt. Caleb Eisworth. He was a warrior — humble, tough, gritty, and deeply compassionate. My prayers are with his beautiful family during this heartbreaking time.

Baton Rouge, we must pause and reflect. When will this violence end? Too many lives are being taken on our streets — a pregnant woman shot to death, young children killed, innocent citizens struck by gunfire while simply sitting on their porches. Sgt. Eisworth was murdered because of the uniform he wore to work in service to our city.

You elected me to help fix this. By the grace of God, I pledge to take every measure to keep our community safe. Sgt. Eisworth gave his life for that same mission. His passing comes on the 20-year anniversary of the murder of Officer Terry Melancon — a sobering reminder of the dangers our officers face each day.

It is my plea and my prayer that our parish unites as one. Let us love each other, help one another, and seek understanding so that we can heal.

God bless, and rest in peace, Sgt. Caleb Eisworth. To his family: we stand with you, and we will carry you through this
East Baton Rouge Mayor President Sid Edwards

Our thoughts and prayers are with Sgt. Caleb Eisworths’s family, along with his BRPD family. Rest easy Sgt. Eisworth.
Denham Springs Police Department

Rest in Peace Sergeant Caleb Eisworth. You represent the very best of our state. Please join Sharon and me in praying for the Eisworth family at this time.
Gov. Jeff Landry

The St. Gabriel Police Department offers our deepest condolences to the Baton Rouge Police Department, as well as to the family and friends of Fallen Officer, Sergeant Caleb Eisworth. May his unwavering commitment to serve and the countless lives he impacted be forever remembered.
St. Gabriel Police Department

On behalf of the East Baton Rouge Sheriff’s Office, I want to extend our deepest condolences to the family, friends, and colleagues of Sgt. Caleb Eisworth and to the men and women of the Baton Rouge Police Department.

Sgt. Eisworth served this community with dedication, courage, and honor. His unwavering commitment to protecting others and his steadfast character left a lasting impact on all who knew him.

Our hearts are with his loved ones and his BRPD family as they grieve this tremendous loss. We stand with you in prayer, mourning the loss of an exemplary public servant and honoring the legacy he leaves behind.
East Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff Sid Gautreaux

Our hearts are heavy as we keep the family of Sgt. Caleb Eisworth, along with his brothers and sisters at the Baton Rouge Police Department, in our thoughts and prayers.

Rest easy, Sgt. Eisworth. Your service and sacrifice will never be forgotten.
West Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff’s Office

Assumption Parish Sheriff Leland Falcon extends deepest condolences to the family, friends and co-workers of Baton Rouge Police Sergeant Caleb Eisworth. Sergeant Eisworth was intentionally run over while in the line of duty on June 16, 2025. Sergeant Eisworth passed away today as a result of injuries he sustained in that incident. Please keep Sergeant Eisworth, his family, friends, and the members of the Baton Rouge Police Department in your thoughts and prayers.
Assumption Parish Sheriff Leland Falcon

Sheriff Bobby Webre and all of us at the Ascension Parish Sheriff’s Office are saddened over the loss of our friend, Sgt. Eisworth. We send our love and prayers to his family, friends, and everyone who knew and loved him. 🖤💙
Ascension Parish Sheriff’s Office

Louisiana State Police offers our sincerest condolences to the Baton Rouge Police Department and the family of Sgt. Caleb Eisworth. Please keep them in your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Louisiana State Police

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