The NOPD is investigating a homicide that occurred today (August 27, 2023) in the 2600 block of Poydras Street that left one person dead and a second injured.

At about 5:58 p.m., NOPD First District officers responded to a call of shots fired at the location. Upon arrival, officers located two victims - an adult male and an adult female - on scene. The male victim sustained multiple gunshot wounds and was declared deceased on scene. The female victim sustained a non-life-threatening gunshot wound and was transported to a local hospital.

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 Maurice Stewart 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.