NEW ORLEANS - The NOPD is investigating a deadly shooting that occurred today (August 8, 2011) in the 7700 block of Shubert Street leaving three people injured and one person dead.

At around 6:10p.m., NOPD Seventh District officers responded to an aggravated battery by shooting call at the location.  Upon arrival, officers discovered three victims suffering with gunshot wounds.  EMS transported all three to the hospital.  A fourth victim, who arrived at the hospital by private conveyance, was later determined to be involved in the incident.  The victims consist of two adult males and two adult females.  One man (DOB:2/24/84) was pronounced dead. 

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 available at this time. 

The Orleans Parish Coroner’s Office will identify the victim and official cause of death upon completion of autopsy and notification of family. 

Homicide Detective Brittany Kimbrough is in charge of this ongoing investigation and can be reached at 504-658-5300 or call anonymously to Crimestoppers of Greater New Orleans at 504-822-1111 or toll-free at 1-877-903-STOP with any information that can aid in the investigation.