Industry Apr 25, 2026

Deceased Ex-Cop Arrested for Baton Rouge Music Festival Attack Plot

Christopher Gillum's family reported him missing in North Carolina after he had reportedly threatened to harm Black people

Originally published by Pitchfork
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Deceased Ex-Cop Arrested for Baton Rouge Music Festival Attack Plot

A former police officer, Christopher Gillum, has been arrested in North Carolina in connection with threats to harm Black individuals. His family had reported him missing prior to his apprehension. The arrest is linked to a planned shooting at a music festival in Louisiana. Originally reported by Pitchfork.