The NOPD has arrested Kierston Johnson (DOB: 08-19-66) for one count of second-degree murder in connection with the homicide of 36-year-old Jessica May-Orr.
At around 2:46 p.m., Fifth District officers received a call about an aggravated battery by shooting in the 1900 block of Port Street. Upon arrival, officers discovered a female victim suffering from a gunshot wound to the chest inside of an apartment.
The victim was transported to the hospital by EMS where she later died from her injuries.
The victim and perpetrator were neighbors and the investigation remains active at this time.
Homicide Detective Joseph Jefferson is in charge of the ongoing investigation and can be reached at 504-658-5300 with any other information regarding this incident. Citizens with information that can help solve a crime are asked to call Crimestoppers at 504-822-1111 or toll-free at 1-877-903-STOP.