The NOPD is investigating a homicide by shooting that occurred this morning (May 18) in the Seventh District.
Seventh District officers responded to a call of an aggravated battery by shooting in the 4200 block of America Street, around 6:05 a.m. Upon arrival, officers discovered an adult male victim lying in the street. He was suffering from an apparent gunshot wound to the head. The victim was pronounced dead on scene by EMS, via a medical doctor.
Investigators are currently in the process of gathering evidence and information to identify the person(s) responsible for this incident, as well as a motive.
The Orleans Parish Coroner's Office will determine an official cause of death and release the victim's name, upon completion of autopsy and notification of family.
Seventh District Detective Danae Scheuing and Homicide Detective Eric Illarmo are leading the ongoing investigation and can be reached at 504-658-6070 (Seventh District), 504-658-5300 (Homicide Unit). 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.
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