The NOPD has arrested a 15-year-old juvenile male in connection with a homicide by shooting that occurred on March 4, 2025.
The NOPD's Violent Offender Warrant Squad (VOWS) apprehended the 15-year-old suspect today (Wednesday April 9, 2025) in the 9300 Block of Colapissa Street.
The juvenile was identified as the perpetrator of a homicide that occurred in the 2800 block of Monticello Avenue on March 4, 2025. At about 10:45 a.m., on the date, Second District officers received a call about an abandoned vehicle. Upon arrival, they discovered the victim inside suffering from a gunshot(s) wound. EMS pronounced the victim deceased at the scene.
The victim was identified by the Orleans Parish Coroner as 19-year-old Aidan Edsall.
The suspect, a 15-year-old Black male, was booked on second degree murder charges.
Anyone with additional information that can assist in the investigation is asked to contact the Homicide Unit at (504) 658-5300 or Crimestoppers anonymously at (504) 822-1111.