The NOPD is investigating a homicide that occurred today (April 25, 2023), in the 2700 block of Orleans Avenue in the First District.
At about 12:54 p.m., NOPD officers responded to a call of shots fired at the location. Upon arrival, officers located a female in a vehicle suffering from multiple gunshot wounds.
The victim was transported to a local hospital by EMS where she was pronounced deceased a short time later.
A two-year-old boy was also discovered in the vehicle's back seat and was unharmed. He was turned over to relatives.
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 Arthur Hill at 504-658-5300, or to call Crimestoppers of Greater New Orleans anonymously 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.