The NOPD is investigating a homicide that occurred in the early hours today (April 15, 2023) in the 1100 block of Bartholomew Street that left one juvenile teen dead and two injured.

At about 1:03 a.m., NOPD Fifth District officers responded to a call of a shot person at the location. Upon arrival, officers located a 16-year-old juvenile male and a 15-year-old juvenile female on scene and both having sustained gunshot wounds. The male victim was declared deceased on scene, while the female victim was transported to a local hospital via EMS.

Investigators also learned that a 17-year-old juvenile male gunshot wound victim in this incident arrived at a local hospital via private conveyance.

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 deceased 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 Robert Long 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.

Have a question or correction? Please email NOPD’s Public Affairs Division at nopdpio@nola.gov.