The NOPD is investigating a homicide that occurred on July 20, 2023, in the 1700 block of Joseph Guillaume Place that left one person dead.
At about 11:13 p.m., NOPD Fifth District officers responded to a call of shots fired in the area. Upon arrival, officers located an adult male subject who had sustained multiple gunshot wounds. The victim 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 currently available.
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 additional information on this incident is asked to contact NOPD Homicide Section detectives at 504-658-5300, or to call anonymously to Crimestoppers of Greater New Orleans at 504-822-1111 or toll-free at 1-877-903-STOP.
Have a question or correction? Please email NOPD’s Public Affairs Division at nopdpio@nola.gov.