The NOPD is investigating a homicide that left one dead and two others injured in the Fourth District.
On Monday, May 11, 2020 around 7:20 p.m., NOPD officers responded to reports of an aggravated battery by shooting near the intersection of Lebouf Street and Vespasian Boulevard. Upon arrival, officers discovered one adult male, one adult female and one juvenile male suffering from apparent gunshot wounds. The adult male victim was pronounced deceased on scene. The female and juvenile victim were transported to an area hospital.
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.
Lead Homicide Detective Thaddeus Williams is leading the ongoing investigation and can be reached at 504-658-5300, or call anonymously to Crimestoppers of Greater New Orleans at
504-822-1111 or toll-free
1-877-903-STOP.