The NOPD is investigating a fatal shooting that occurred last night (April 29, 2017) in the 9200 block of Airline Highway.
At about 11:14 p.m., Third District officers responded to a call of a male shot. Upon arrival, officers discovered an unresponsive 27 years-old man lying face up on the ground in the gas station pumping area, suffering from multiple gunshot wounds.
The victim was pronounced dead at the scene.
Investigators are currently in the process of gathering evidence and information to identify the person(s) responsible in this incident, as well as a motive.
The Orleans Parish Coroner's Office will determine official cause of death and release the victim's name, upon completion of autopsy and notification of family.
Homicide Detective Clinton Givens is in charge of the ongoing investigation and can be reached at 504-658-5300 with any 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.
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