The NOPD is investigating a fatal shooting that occurred in the Fifth District today (March 1, 2023).
Around 11:12 a.m. Fifth District officers responded to a call of a shooting in the 2300 block of Allen Street.
Upon arrival, they discovered an adult male victim inside a residence suffering from gunshot wounds. EMS pronounced the victim deceased at the scene.
Investigators are working to gather evidence as to the motive and suspect(s) in this incident.
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 Detective Nicholas Davis is leading the ongoing investigation.
Anyone with information on this incident is asked to contact the Homicide Unit at 504-658-5300 or call Crimestoppers anonymously at 504-822-1111 and toll-free at 1-877-903-7867.