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NOPD Investigating McKenna Street Homicide

by Paris Holmes

April 22, 2021

Categories: Be on the Lookout

Topics: Homicide, Second District

NOPD Investigating McKenna Street Homicide

NEW ORLEANS - The NOPD is investigating a homicide that occurred today (April 22, 2021) at a home in the 5500 block of McKenna Street. 

 

At around 6:16 p.m., NOPD Second District officers responded to an unknown emergency call at the location.  Upon arrival, officers entered the home where they found a male victim suffering with multiple gunshot wounds.  EMS pronounced the victim deceased at the scene. 

 

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 available at this time.

 

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

 

Homicide Detective Nickolas Davis is in charge of the ongoing investigation and can be reached at 504-658-5300.  Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to call anonymously to Crimestoppers of Greater New Orleans at 504-822-1111 or toll-free at 1-877-903-STOP.