The NOPD is investigating a shooting that occurred tonight (February 19, 2017) in the 1000 block of Carondelet Street.
At about 8:48 p.m., NOPD officers along with officers from Louisiana State Police and Kenner Police on patrol in the area heard gunshots and immediately responded to the 700 block of Howard Avenue, where they discovered an unknown black male suffering from an apparent gunshot wound to the shoulder. During investigation, officers determined that the incident had occurred in the 1000 block of Carondelet Street. The victim was transported to an area hospital for treatment.
Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact Sixth District detectives at 504-658-6060.
Citizens with information that can help solve crimes are asked to call Crimestoppers at 504-822-1111 or toll-free at 1-877-903-STOP.