NEW ORLEANS - The NOPD is investigating a homicide that occurred today (January 10, 2022) at the intersection of Burgundy and Conti Streets.
At around 10:27 p.m., NOPD Eighth District officers responded to a call of aggravated battery by shooting at the location. Upon arrival, officers found one unknown adult male victim suffering with a single gunshot wound. He was pronounced 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.
Anyone with information on this incident is asked to contact NOPD Homicide Unit Detective Brittney Kimbrough 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.