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NOPD Identifies Suspect in Homicide on North Galvez Street

by Danielle B. Miller

May 26, 2019

Categories: Be on the Lookout

Topics: Fifth District, Homicide

NOPD Identifies Suspect in Homicide on North Galvez Street

NOPD officers have obtained an arrest warrant for James Earl Webster (DOB: 11/09/1987) after he was accused of committing a homicide that occurred Saturday afternoon (May 25) in the Fifth District.

Fifth District officers responded to a call of an aggravated battery by shooting in the 2200 block of North Galvez Street. Upon arrival, officers discovered an adult male victim suffering from an apparent gunshot wound. The victim was pronounced dead on scene by EMS.

Through the course of the investigation, Webster was positively identified as the perpetrator of the above homicide.

Anyone with any information regarding the whereabouts of James Webster should notify Homicide Detective Patrick Guidry at 504-658-5300. 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.