The NOPD is investigating a homicide that occurred today (January 1, 2019) in the 10900 block of Willowbrae Drive and claimed the life of one victim.

At about 2:07 p.m., NOPD Seventh District officers responded to the 1100 block of Kinneil Road to investigation a reported aggravated battery by shooting. Upon arrival, officers discovered an adult male victim at the location with a gunshot wound to the chest. The victim was transported to the hospital via EMS. Through further investigation, detectives determined the shooting incident occurred in the 10900 block of Willowbrae Drive, and that the victim had relocated to the Kinneil Road location after the shooting.

The victim was later pronounced dead at the hospital, at which time NOPD's Homicide Unit assumed control of the investigation.

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 details are 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.

Anyone with information on this incident is asked to contact NOPD Homicide Unit detectives at 504-658-5300, or to call anonymously to Crimestoppers at 822-1111 or toll-free 1-877-903-STOP.