The NOPD is investigating a homicide that occurred in the 9300 block of Chef Menteur Highway on Tuesday (June 13, 2017).
At around 12:40 a.m., Seventh District officers responded to an aggravated battery by shooting in the area. Upon arrival, officers discovered an unknown male suffering from gunshot wounds outside of a parking lot. The victim was pronounced dead on scene by EMS. A second victim was discovered after she went to the hospital by private conveyance.
Investigators are currently in the process of gathering evidence and information to identify the person(s) responsible in this incident, as well as a motive.
No further information is available at this time. The Orleans Parish Coroner's Office will determine official cause of death and release the victim's name, upon completion of autopsy and notification of family.
Homicide DetectiveTindell Murdock 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.