The NOPD is investigating a homicide that claimed the life of an adult male in the Third District.
On July 16, 2019 around 12:54 a.m., officers responded to an aggravated battery by shooting in the 2000 block of Abundance Street.
Upon arrival, officers discovered a male victim inside of the location suffering from an apparent gunshot wound. The victim was transported to an area hospital where he was pronounced dead.
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.
The Orleans Parish Coroner’s Office will release the victim’s name and official cause of death, upon completion of autopsy and notification of family. There are no additional details available at this time.
Anyone with additional information regarding this incident should contact Homicide Detective Eric Illarmo at 504-658-5300. Citizens with information that can help solve crimes are asked to call Crimestoppers at 504-822-1111 or toll-free at 1-877-903-STOP.