The NOPD is investigating a homicide that occurred during the early morning hours today (July 6, 2023), in the 1000 block of Loyola Avenue that left one person dead.

At about 12:03 a.m., NOPD Sixth District detectives were notified of a report of shots fired at the location. Upon arrival, officers located an adult male who had sustained multiple gunshot wounds. The victim was transported via EMS to a local hospital, where he later expired.

Investigators are currently in the process of gathering evidence and information to identify the person(s) responsible for this incident, as well as a motive. No additional details are currently available.  

The Orleans Parish Coroner’s Office will identify the victim and determine official cause of death upon completion of the autopsy and notification of the family.  

Anyone with additional information that can aid in this investigation is urged to contact NOPD Homicide Section detectives at 504-658-5300. Those wishing to report information anonymously can do so by calling Crimestoppers of Greater New Orleans at 504-822-1111 or toll-free at 1-877-903-STOP.

Have a question or correction? Please email NOPD’s Public Affairs Division at nopdpio@nola.gov.