The NOPD is investigating a homicide that claimed the life of an adult male early Monday morning (Aug. 12) in the 3100 block of Saint Claude Avenue.
Fifth District officers responded to an aggravated battery by shooting around 2:48 a.m. Upon arrival, officers discovered an unresponsive adult male victim suffering from an apparent gunshot wound. The victim was pronounced dead on scene by EMS.
Investigators are currently in the process of gathering evidence and information to identify the person(s) responsible in this incident, as well as a motive.
The Orleans Parish Coroner's Office will determine official cause of death and release the victim's name, upon completion of autopsy and notification of family.
Homicide Detective Brett Mathes is leading the ongoing investigation and can be reached at 504-658-5300 with any information regarding this incident. Citizens with information that can help solve a crime are asked to call Crimestoppers at 504-822-1111 or toll-free at 1-877-903-STOP