Members of the New Orleans Police Depart are investigating a Homicide that left an unknown man dead. The offense occurred shortly before 8:30 P.M, in the 5700 block of Crowder Boulevard.
According to investigators, Seventh District officers responded to a call of a shooting and upon their arrival, officers located the victim lying on the ground suffering from an apparent gunshot wound to his body. The victim was transported to a local hospital where he later died.
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 Matthew Riffle is in charge of the investigation and can be reached at (504) 658-5300 with any additional information. Anyone with information can also call anonymously to Crimestoppers at (504) 822-1111 or toll free 1-877-903-7867.