On May 7, 2022, the NOPD arrested Alex Madison (pictured, black male, DOB: 05-14-1985) on a murder charge in the ongoing investigation of a homicide incident on May 6 in the 4800 block of Alcee Fortier Boulevard that left two men dead and four injured.

At about 2:14 p.m. on May 6, NOPD Seventh District officers responded to a call of a shooting at the location. Upon their arrival, officers located two adult male victims suffering from apparent gunshot wounds. One of the victims was pronounced dead by EMS on scene, while the second victim was transported to a local hospital, where he was later pronounced dead.

During investigation, NOPD learned of four additional adult male gunshot wound victims in this incident arriving at local hospitals for treatment.

Through investigation, detectives developed and positively identified Madison as the perpetrator of one of the homicides in this incident. An arrest warrant was secured for Madison on one count of second-degree murder. Madison was located, arrested and booked accordingly into the Orleans Parish Justice Center.

Investigation remains active and ongoing to identify additional suspects in this incident. No additional details are currently available.

Anyone with additional information that can aid in this investigation is asked to contact NOPD Homicide Detective Jameson Diesburg at 504-658-5300 or call anonymously to Crimestoppers of Greater New Orleans at 504-822-1111 or toll-free 1-877-903-STOP.