The NOPD is investigating a homicide that occurred yesterday (April 11, 2022) in the 5000 block of Leroy Johnson Drive that left one person deceased.

At about 9:03 p.m. on April 11, NOPD Third District officers were notified and responded to a call of an aggravated battery by shooting at the intersection of Leroy Johnson and Lakeshore drives. Upon arrival, officers located a male victim seated in a vehicle and having sustained multiple gunshot wounds. The victim was transported via EMS to a local hospital, where he was later declared deceased. The signal was then changed to a homicide.

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 officially identify the victim and determine cause of death, upon completion of autopsy and notification of family.

Anyone with additional information that can aid in this investigation is asked to contact NOPD Homicide Unit detectives at 504-658-5300 or to call anonymously to Crimestoppers of Greater New Orleans at 504-822-1111.