The NOPD is investigating a homicide that occurred in the Eighth District.
Around 6:53 a.m., on February 26, 2023, Officers responded to a call of an unresponsive male in the 1000 block of Kerlerec Street.
Upon arrival, they discovered an adult male suffering from multiple gunshot wounds.
The victim was pronounced dead at the scene.
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 Detective Chris Puccio is leading the ongoing investigation.
Anyone with information on this incident is asked to contact the Homicide Unit at 504-658-5300 or call Crimestoppers anonymously at 504-822-1111 and toll-free at 1-877-903-7867.