New Orleans- The New Orleans Police Department is investigating a homicide that occurred (today) January 12, 2026 at the intersection of Brevard Avenue and Dinkins Street in the Seventh District.
At approximately 12:34 p.m., NOPD Seventh District officers responded to a report of a shooting at the location. Upon arrival, officers located two adult males — a 24-year-old and a 43-year-old — both suffering from gunshot wounds. Both victims were transported to a local hospital for treatment, where the 24-year-old victim was pronounced deceased.
The 43-year-old victim remains in critical condition.
Investigators are currently gathering evidence and information to identify the person(s) responsible for this incident and to determine a motive.
The Orleans Parish Coroner’s Office will identify the deceased victim and determine the official cause of death upon completion of an autopsy and notification of next of kin.
No additional information is currently available.
Anyone with information that may assist in this investigation is urged to contact NOPD Homicide Section detectives at 504-658-5300. Those wishing to report information anonymously may contact Crimestoppers of Greater New Orleans at 504-822-1111 or toll-free at 1-877-903-STOP. Tips may also be submitted online at www.crimestoppersgno.org.
Have a question or correction? Please email NOPD’s Public Affairs Division at nopdpio@nola.gov.