The NOPD has released photos of a person detectives believe is the perpetrator of a homicide that occurred on January 23, 2017 in the 4600 block of Alcee Fortier Boulevard. Detectives are seeking assistance from the public in identifying the perpetrator or providing any additional information in regards to this investigation.
At around 10:23 p.m., Seventh District officers responded to a complaint in the area. Upon arrival, officers discovered an unresponsive male victim suffering from gunshot wounds outside. The victim was pronounced dead on scene by EMS.
When located, the perpetrator will be arrested for second-degree murder in this incident.
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 Brett Mathes 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.
