The NOPD is investigating a homicide that occurred this evening (April 19, 2022) at the intersection of Allen and North Rocheblave streets that left one person deceased and two people injured.

At about 6:43 p.m., NOPD Fifth District officers responded to a call of shots fired at the location. Upon arrival, officers located a male subject and a female subject, both having sustained gunshot wounds. The male victim was unresponsive and was declared deceased at the scene. The female victim was transported via EMS to a local hospital for treatment.

During the investigation, detectives learned of a third victim connected to this incident – a juvenile teen female – who arrived via private conveyance to a local hospital for treatment of a gunshot graze wound.

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 official cause of death upon completion of autopsy and notification of family.

Anyone with additional information on this incident is asked to contact NOPD Homicide Detective Stephanie Gray at 504-658-5300, or to call anonymously to Crimestoppers of Greater New Orleans at 504-822-1111 or toll-free at 1-877-903-STOP.