Monroe, Louisiana – October 29, 2025 – A tragic triple murder in Monroe, Louisiana, has left the community reeling as authorities arrest Travis Tyrone Payton, 24, in connection with the deaths of two men and a two-year-old girl. The victims have been identified as Jaborris Simpson, 26, Jamal Bosley, 27, and Jhersi Simpson, a 2-year-old girl believed to be Jaborris's daughter.
The incident unfolded on the early morning of October 28, when Monroe Police responded to a report of a shooting at a residence on Grammont Street. Upon arrival, officers discovered the bodies of the three victims, each having suffered fatal gunshot wounds.
Payton was arrested on October 29, 2025, at approximately 2:10 a.m. and booked into the Ouachita Parish Correctional Center. He faces multiple charges, including three counts of first-degree murder, home invasion, and criminal conspiracy.
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Monroe's Mayor Friday Ellis expressed his sorrow, calling the murder of the young child especially heart-wrenching. "A two-year-old baby—innocent, defenseless, and full of promise—was killed along with two adult males in a violent home invasion. This is not just a tragedy; it is a moral wake-up call," Ellis said, promising that justice would be pursued.
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The investigation is ongoing, and police have urged anyone with additional information to contact the Monroe Police Department at 318-329-2600.
As the community mourns the loss of Jaborris Simpson, Jamal Bosley, and Jhersi Simpson, there is hope that justice will bring some closure to the families and prevent similar tragedies in the future.


