The NOPD is investigating a shooting that occurred today, July 27, 2019 in the 1200 block of Louisa Street, that left an adult male victim dead.
At about 1:18 a.m., Fifth District officers responded to a call of an aggravated battery by shooting in the area. The adult male victim was located outside and suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. The victim was transported to an area hospital via EMS. He was later pronounced dead at the hospital.
Investigators are currently in the process of gathering evidence and information to identify the person(s) responsible in this incident, as well as motive. No further information is available at this time.
The Orleans Parish Coroner's Office will determine the decedent’s official cause of death and release the victim's name, upon completion of autopsy and notification of family.
Homicide Detective Christopher Puccio 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.
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