politics and governance | January 18, 2026

Robert Rheams Shot Dead By Mom ‘Protecting Kids’ During Hammond Violent Home Invasion

The Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff’s Office reports a man was shot and killed during a home invasion in Hammond on Jan. 8.

According to deputies, Robert Rheams, 51, of Hammond, is being accused of forcing entry into a home with a woman and her two young children around 5 a.m.

During the incident, a physical altercation took place between Rheams and the homeowner, which led to Rheams being shot by the homeowner.

Rheams was later pronounced deceased on the scene by the Tangipahoa Parish Coroner’s Office.

At the time of the incident, Rheams was out on parole after serving approximately 20 years in prison for armed robbery.

No arrests have been made at this time.

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