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NOPD Investigates Homicide on Almonaster Avenue

by Officer Juan D Barnes Sr

February 17, 2019

Categories: Be on the Lookout

Topics: Homicide, Seventh District

NOPD Investigates Homicide on Almonaster Avenue

The NOPD is investigating a homicide that claimed the life of  23-year-old male victim. The incident occurred Sunday night, February 17, 2019. 

Seventh District officers responded to a call of an aggravated battery by shooting at around 7:42 p.m., in the 6500 block of Almonaster Avenue.

 

Upon arrival, officers discovered the 23-year-old male victim lying on the ground suffering from an apparent gunshot wound to the head.

 

The victim was later pronounced dead.

 

Investigators are currently in the process of gathering evidence and information to identify the person(s) responsible in this incident, as well as a motive.

No further information is available at this time. The Orleans Parish Coroner's Office will determine official cause of death and release the victim's name, upon completion of autopsy and notification of family. 

Homicide Detectives are leading the ongoing investigation and can be reached at 
504-658-5300 with any information regarding this incident. Citizens with information that can help solve a crime are asked to call Crimestoppers at 504-822-1111 or toll-free at 1-877-903-STOP.

 

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