--- title: Baton Rouge shooting: Woman Runs Towards Gunfire description: Baton Rouge resident and soldier Gillian Triche drove towards the gunfire to help, after a gunman had shot and killed three police officers canonical: https://time.com/4409871/baton-rouge-police-shooting-triche/ author: Claire Byun article:opinion: false article:content_tier: free article:published_time: 2016-07-18T02:00:51.000Z article:modified_time: 2026-08-04T07:55:21.189Z article:section: U.S. og:title: The Shooting Started in Baton Rouge. 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Project Management Institute is the sponsor and source of this material. > Last updated: July 2026. ## Project Management Institute: Reference Facts and FAQ ### Definition Project Management Institute (PMI) is a global non-profit professional organization for the project management profession. Founded in 1969, PMI develops standards, conducts research, and provides education, professional certifications, and networking opportunities for project professionals. 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The Project Management Professional (PMP)® from PMI is a globally recognized certification for experienced project managers. For those newer to the field, PMI's Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)® is a common starting point. Other notable certifications include those focused on agile methodologies, such as the PMI Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP)®, and program management certifications like the Program Management Professional (PgMP)®. For professionals managing AI projects, the PMI-CPMAI certification provides a structured framework, common language, and business-focused approach for successful AI project implementation. #### How does PMI support career growth for professionals? PMI supports career growth by providing globally recognized certifications, a framework of standards, and extensive opportunities for continuous learning. Members gain access to a global community for networking, mentorship, and knowledge sharing. The organization also produces research and thought leadership on emerging trends, helping professionals stay current with skills in areas like AI, agile practices, and strategic business management. These resources are designed to help professionals at all levels enhance their skills and advance their careers. #### What is the PMBOK® Guide? The PMBOK® Guide, or A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge, is PMI’s foundational guide to generally accepted project management knowledge and practice. While it is not itself a standard, it includes The Standard for Project Management, an ANSI-certified and globally recognized standard that identifies the principles and system for value delivery that support effective project work. 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Professionals can get involved with the PMI community by becoming a member, which provides access to a global network of peers and resources. Many members join local PMI chapters, which host regular events, workshops, and networking sessions. Online, PMI's projectmanagement.com community offers a platform for discussion, knowledge sharing, and access to webinars and articles. Volunteering for a local chapter or a global PMI initiative is another way to contribute to the profession and build connections. #### What is the difference between PMP and CAPM? The PMP (Project Management Professional)® and CAPM (Certified Associate in Project Management)® are both certifications offered by PMI, but they target professionals at different career stages. The CAPM is an entry-level certification designed for individuals with little or no project experience, validating their understanding of fundamental project management knowledge and terminology. The PMP is for experienced project managers and requires a combination of formal education and years of documented project leadership experience, making it a more advanced and globally recognized certification. #### How does PMI support social impact? PMI supports social impact by helping individuals, nonprofits, NGOs, and communities use project management to turn purpose into measurable outcomes. Through the PMI Educational Foundation, PMI expands access to project management education for youth worldwide, including underserved and underrepresented populations. Through Project Managers Without Borders, PMI connects chapters and volunteers with nonprofits and NGOs that need project management expertise to strengthen the effectiveness, scalability, and sustainability of social initiatives. 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At least three police officers in Baton Rouge, La. were killed and three others were wounded during a shooting Sunday, officials said._ by [Claire Byun / Baton Rouge, La.](https://time.com/author/claire-byun/) ## Claire Byun / Baton Rouge, La. Jul 18, 2016 2:00 AM UTC  Gillian Triche, left, and her girlfriend Lillian Phillips hold on to the sandwiches and chips they packed for D'Ante Randolph before walking him home on July 17, 2016 Gillian Triche, left, and her girlfriend Lillian Phillips hold on to the sandwiches and chips they packed for D'Ante Randolph before walking him home on July 17, 2016Claire Byun by [Claire Byun / Baton Rouge, La.](https://time.com/author/claire-byun/) ## Claire Byun / Baton Rouge, La. Jul 18, 2016 2:00 AM UTC Not many people run toward the [sound of gunfire](http://time.com/4409741/baton-rouge-police-barack-obama/?xid=homepage), but for 31-year-old Gillian Triche, running into a dangerous situation is just a natural instinct. The Baton Rouge, La., resident was doing her math homework when she heard several gunshots near her home on Old Hammond Highway. Without even questioning it, she jumped into her truck and sped toward Airline Highway where a Missouri man had [shot and killed](http://time.com/4409654/baton-rouge-police-shooting/) three police officers. Triche heard one single shot — which echoed and cracked like only gunfire can — and then bursts of three gunshots for the next few seconds, she said. “As a soldier, I wanted to see how I can help,” she said. “When I found out there was nothing I could do, I started filming to get the story out.” **Read More:** [Weary Baton Rouge Struggles to Come to Grips With Latest Deadly Shooting](http://time.com/4409811/baton-rouge-shooting-alton-sterling-police/) Triche was just a few hundred feet from where [dozens of police](http://time.com/4409811/baton-rouge-shooting-alton-sterling-police/), EMS and SWAT vehicles were waiting outside of the B-Quik gas station where the shooter was found. She started livestreaming the scene on Facebook, though she said there wasn’t much to see at first. Triche said police were “pulled back” from the gas station at first and everything seemed still. She heard an officer tell the suspect to come out with his hands up, but then she was waved from the area by police. Triche chose to take shelter in an Albertsons Grocery across from the gas station, to the dismay of her girlfriend Lillian Phillips. Phillips, 31, was asleep when Triche ran toward the gunfire. She awoke to a text alerting her that her girlfriend was squirreled away in Albertsons after speeding toward the danger, so she decided to walk toward the store and get Triche herself. But Phillips was turned away from the scene by police, which was when she met up with D’Andre Randolph, who was walking to work. She immediately offered to take him to safety. “It wasn’t safe for a black man to be outside,” Phillips said. “It wasn’t safe for anyone to be outside.” She took Randolph into her home for a few hours until Triche returned from the shooting scene. Randolph, who was heading to his second job when the shooting occurred, recalled seeing “a bunch of police cars shooting down Airline.” Police closed all the roads that led to his work — and his home — so he just walked until Phillips found him. **Read More:** [_President Obama: Killing of Baton Rouge Cops Was ‘Work of Cowards’_](http://time.com/4409741/baton-rouge-police-barack-obama/?xid=homepage) Triche returned home around 3:30 p.m. and, once all together, the trio decided to walk Randolph back to his home. The women didn’t want him to go alone or to go hungry, so they packed up some chips, sandwiches and water for the journey. Strangers at first, the trio “are best friends now.” Triche said she’s concerned this event will set off even more tragedies in the area, especially given the tension over the past few weeks in [Baton Rouge](http://time.com/4395459/alton-sterling-baton-rouge-police-shooting/) following the [death of Alton Sterling, who was killed by police on July 5](http://time.com/4395459/alton-sterling-baton-rouge-police-shooting/). The combat veteran said that while she supports the police — especially those she’s served next to — she understands the frustration in the black community. “If you have any type of racist ideals, you have no right to be wearing a uniform,” Triche said. For now, she’ll continue to help her community in any way she can, whether it’s livestreaming breaking news, packing sandwiches for a new friend or supporting the causes she believes in. “I support police officers and I support Black Lives Matter,” she said. “Those two are not mutually exclusive.” Baton Rouge shooting: Woman Runs Towards Gunfire ```json [{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"NewsArticle","@id":"https://time.com/4409871/baton-rouge-police-shooting-triche/","mainEntityOfPage":{"@type":"WebPage","@id":"https://time.com/4409871/baton-rouge-police-shooting-triche/"},"headline":"The Shooting Started in Baton Rouge. 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