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NOPD Investigating Homicide in First District

by Aaron E. Looney

February 18, 2022

Categories: Be on the Lookout

Topics: First District, Homicide

NOPD Investigating Homicide in First District

The NOPD is investigating a homicide that occurred today (February 18, 2022) in the 400 block of South Broad Street that left one person dead.

At about 7:55 a.m., NOPD First District officers responded to a call of a male subject down at the location. Upon arrival, officers located an unresponsive male subject that had sustained a gunshot wound(s). The victim was declared deceased on scene.

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 available at this time.

The Orleans Parish Coroner’s Office will identify the victim and official cause of death upon completion of autopsy and notification of family.

Homicide Detective Tanisha Sykes-Smith is in charge of the ongoing investigation and can be reached at 504-658-5300 or call anonymously to Crimestoppers of Greater New Orleans at 504-822-1111 or toll-free at 1-877-903-STOP.