The NOPD needs the public’s assistance in locating a person of interest involved in a shooting that took place this afternoon (Dec. 28).

At approximately 12:06 p.m. today Third District officers responded to a call of a shooting in the 6100 block of Franklin Avenue. Upon arrival they learned that an unidentified male was the target of the shooting, and when he walked out of the store, two unknown males approached him from the north side of the store parking lot. The intended target saw the two males and went back into the store as the suspects began firing. The targeted individual was captured on video removing a concealed handgun from his right ankle area but did not return fire. He was not hit by gunfire but a bystander was shot twice and taken to the hospital.

If you have any information regarding this incident or the identity of this person of interest, please contact any Third District detective at 504-658-6030. Citizens with information that can help solve crimes are asked to call Crimestoppers at 504-822-1111 or toll-free 1-877-903-STOP. 

Aggravated Battery with a Firearm

In Louisiana, battery committed with a dangerous weapon is a felony punishable by a fine of up to $5,000, up to 10 years in prison, or both. The offender is also subject to special punishment under Louisiana’s firearm sentencing enhanced statute.