The New Orleans Police Department is investigating a homicide that occurred today (December 19, 2025) in the 1500 block of Southlawn Boulevard.
At about 3:15 a.m., NOPD Fourth District officers responded to the location on a call of a shooting. Upon arrival, officers located an adult male subject who had sustained an apparent gunshot wound(s). The victim was declared deceased on scene by New Orleans EMS.
Investigators are currently in the process of gathering evidence and information to indentify the person(s) responsible for this incident, as well as a motive.
The Orleans Parish Coroner's Office will identify the victim and official cause of death upon completion of autopsy and notification of family.
No additional information is currently available.
Anyone with additional information that can assist in this investigation is asked to contact NOPD Homicide Section detectives 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. Tips can be submitted online at www.crimestoppersgno.org.