The NOPD is investigating a homicide by shooting that occurred in the in the 700 block of North Miro Street.
At around 7:01 a.m., First District officers received a call of an aggravated battery by shooting incident. Upon arrival, officers observed a male victim suffering from gunshot wounds inside of a home. EMS transported the victim to the hospital where he was pronounced dead this evening.
Investigators are currently in the process of gathering evidence as well as a motive in this incident.
The Orleans Parish Coroner's Office will determine the official cause of death and release the victim's name, upon completion of autopsy and notification of family. No further information is available at this time.
Homicide Detective Thaddeus Williams 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.