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NOPD Investigating Homicide on St. Bernard Avenue

by Aaron Looney

January 12, 2017

Categories: Be on the Lookout

Topics: Fifth District, Homicide

NOPD Investigating Homicide on St. Bernard Avenue

The NOPD is investigating a fatal shooting that occurred on January 11, 2017 in the 1100 block of St. Bernard Avenue.

At about 10:45 p.m., Fifth District officers responded to a call of shots fired in the area. The signal was changed to an aggravated battery by shooting while officers were on route to the scene. Upon arrival, officers discovered the unresponsive body of an unknown male lying in the street suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. The victim was pronounced dead at the scene.

Homicide Detective Jamaane Roy 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.