Members of the New Orleans Police Department are investigating the apparent shooting death of a 45-year-old male whose name is being withheld pending notification of family members.
The offense occurred at approximately 12:37 p.m., in the 1700 block of Desire Street.
Fifth District officers responded to a call of a “male down” and upon their arrival, found the victim lying in the street fatally shot.
Emergency medical technicians arrived on the scene and pronounce the victim dead.
The investigation is ongoing and no further information is available at this time.
The Orleans Parish Coroner’s Office will release the identity of the victim and conduct an autopsy to determine the exact cause death.
Currently, investigators are in the process of gathering evidence and information to identify the person(s) involved in this incident, as well as a motive. Homicide Detective Rayell Johnson is in charge of the investigation and can be contacted at 504-658-5300. Citizens with information that can help solve this crime are asked to call CRIMESTOPPERS at 822-1111, toll-free 1-877-903-STOP (7867).