Louisiana man Gad Black boasted online after deliberately ramming his truck into veteran police officer Sgt. Caleb Eisworth, dragging him 500 feet and leaving him fighting for his life with multiple broken bones. The 41-year-old suspect, who has a history of fleeing from police, now faces attempted first-degree murder charges as law enforcement and community members rally behind the critically injured 23-year veteran officer.
This deliberate attack on a decorated law enforcement officer has shocked the Baton Rouge community and highlighted growing concerns about violence against police. Black allegedly targeted Eisworth while he was performing routine duties on his police motorcycle, resulting in catastrophic injuries that have left the veteran officer hospitalized with two broken legs and a broken arm. Law enforcement officials have condemned the attack as cowardly and intentional, with the suspect’s social media posts appearing to brag about the incident further inflaming public outrage. The case has renewed calls for stronger protections for police officers and harsher penalties for those who target them, as community members pray for Eisworth’s recovery and demand justice for this senseless act of violence.
Violent Attack Leaves Officer Critically Injured
Baton Rouge Police Sergeant Caleb Eisworth was conducting his regular duties on a police motorcycle when he became the target of a brutal attack that has left him fighting for his life. According to police reports, 41-year-old Gad Black allegedly drove his Ford F-150 truck directly into Eisworth’s motorcycle around 11 a.m. near the intersection of Greenwell Springs Road and Joor Road in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.
The impact knocked Eisworth from his motorcycle, but the horror didn’t end there as Black allegedly continued driving, dragging the officer approximately 500 feet. Eisworth, a 23-year veteran of the force, suffered severe injuries including two broken legs and a broken arm, with his current condition described as critical but stable according to department officials.
NEW: Gad Black and his girlfriend Asia Raby have been arrested in a hit-and-run crash that left a BRPD officer in critical conditionhttps://t.co/dOSSQDAxtr pic.twitter.com/Z5n8jGzPKj
— WBRZ News (@WBRZ) June 17, 2025
In a disturbing development that has further outraged the community, Black reportedly took to social media shortly after the attack to boast about his actions. Investigators discovered posts referencing the location of the incident, which they are treating as additional evidence of the suspect’s intent to harm the officer deliberately.
East Baton Rouge Sheriff Sid Gautreaux has been vocal in his condemnation of the attack, making it clear this was no accident. “This was a deliberate and cowardly attack on an officer—one of our community’s protectors—and it strikes at the very heart of public safety,” Gautreaux stated in an official release, emphasizing the threat such actions pose to community safety and law enforcement morale.
Suspect Has History of Endangering Officers
Gad Black’s alleged attack on Sergeant Eisworth wasn’t his first brush with the law or his first time endangering law enforcement officers. Court records reveal a troubling 2014 incident where Black led police on a dangerous high-speed chase, putting multiple lives at risk.
During that prior incident, Black not only fled from officers but did so with his 9-year-old son in the vehicle, demonstrating a reckless disregard for both public safety and the welfare of his own child. The chase resulted in multiple charges, including aggravated flight from an officer, but Black ultimately received a plea deal that allowed him to serve probation rather than jail time.
41 year old Gad Black, of Baton Rouge, LA, intentionally hits a motorcycle cop and brags about it on his Facebook.
"Check Him Out On Joor Rd. Stretched One"https://t.co/dayxeyI9IF pic.twitter.com/G0c1FVm5vs— Shane Humphreys (@shanehumphreys) June 17, 2025
Critics are now questioning whether that lenient sentence emboldened Black, potentially contributing to this latest and more violent confrontation with law enforcement. The East Baton Rouge District Attorney’s Office has announced they are reviewing the case history as they prepare to prosecute the current charges of attempted first-degree murder of a police officer.
Law enforcement officials have indicated additional charges may be forthcoming as the investigation continues. “We are fully committed to ensuring the individual responsible is held accountable to the fullest extent of the law,” Sheriff Gautreaux promised, reflecting the determination of local authorities to secure justice for Sergeant Eisworth.
Community Rallies Behind Injured Officer
As Sergeant Eisworth fights to recover from his injuries, the Baton Rouge community has demonstrated remarkable solidarity in support of the wounded officer and his family. Prayer vigils have been organized throughout the city, with hundreds of citizens, fellow officers, and community leaders gathering to offer their support and prayers for Eisworth’s recovery.
Baton Rouge Police Chief T.J. Morse has requested public support during this difficult time. “Making it home after each shift is what I pray over every one of my officers each day,” Morse said in a statement to local media. “I’m asking everyone to join me in that prayer now. Let’s fervently pray Officer Eisworth back home to his loved ones.”
“This was a deliberate and cowardly attack on an officer—one of our community’s protectors—and it strikes at the very heart of public safety. Sgt. Eisworth is a dedicated public servant who has spent over two decades protecting this city, and he was targeted while simply doing his job. We are outraged by this senseless act of violence and fully committed to ensuring the individual responsible is held accountable to the fullest extent of the law.”
The incident has sparked renewed discussions about the dangers faced by law enforcement officers in the line of duty and the need for stronger protections. Local police unions have called for enhanced penalties for attacks on officers and have criticized what they describe as an increasingly anti-police sentiment that they believe contributes to such violent incidents.
The Baton Rouge Police Department has established a fund to assist Eisworth’s family with medical expenses and other needs during his recovery, with contributions pouring in from across the state. A department spokesperson indicated that Eisworth faces a long road to recovery, with multiple surgeries and extensive rehabilitation likely needed before he can return to normal activities.
Black remains in custody without bail as the investigation continues and additional evidence is gathered. His first court appearance is scheduled for next week, where he will face formal charges that could result in decades of imprisonment if convicted.
The case serves as a stark reminder of the risks faced by law enforcement officers daily and the devastating impact that violence against police has on communities. As Sergeant Eisworth begins his journey toward recovery, the Baton Rouge community continues to demonstrate that attacks on those who protect and serve will not be tolerated, and justice will be pursued with unwavering determination.
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Man accused of intentionally ramming BRPD officer; girlfriend of suspect also arrested