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NOPD Investigates Seventh District Homicide

by Gary S. Scheets

March 27, 2018

Categories: Be on the Lookout

Topics: Homicide, Seventh District

NOPD Investigates Seventh District Homicide

The NOPD is investigating an aggravated battery by shooting in the Seventh District that claimed the life of one man and wounded another.

 

Seventh District officers responded to a call of shots fired on Acadian Place just after 8:30 p.m. on Monday, March 26, 2018.

 

Upon arrival, officers discovered two adult male victims suffering from gunshot wounds.

 

Both victims were transported to a local hospital by EMS where one of the victims later died as a result of his injuries.

 

The investigation remains active and ongoing.

 

Homicide Detective Rayell Johnson is leading the ongoing investigation and can be reached at 504-658-5300 with any additional information regarding this incident. 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.