The NOPD is investigating a homicide in the 6300 block of Woodland Highway.
This morning (Jan. 8), at around 12:21 a.m., Fourth District officers responded to a call of shots fired in the area. Upon arrival, officers discovered an adult male victim lying down in the driveway of an apartment complex next to a fence suffering from a gunshot wound(s). The victim was pronounced dead on the scene.
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 Detective Tanisha Sykes is in charge of 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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