Members of the New Orleans Police Department are investigating a homicide that left a 24-year-old man dead. The offense occurred shortly before 6:20 P.M., at the intersection of Gravier and South Roman Streets.
According to investigators, First District officers responded to a call of a shooting and upon their arrival, officers located the victim suffering from multiple gunshot wounds to his body. Emergency Medical Technicians pronounced the man dead on scene.
Homicide detectives are in the process of gathering information to identify the person(s) responsible and a motive. The Orleans Parish Coroner’s Office will identify the victim and conduct an autopsy to determine the exact cause of death.
Homicide Detective Stephanie Gray is in charge of the investigation and can be reached at (504) 658-5300.with any additional information about this incident. Those with information can also contact Crimestoppers at (504) 822-1111 or toll free 1-877-903-7867.