The NOPD is investigating a homicide that occurred this evening (November 11, 2020) in the 4700 block of Thalia Street that left one person dead and a second injured.
At about 7:29 p.m., NOPD Second District officers responded to a report of an aggravated battery by shooting in the 1300 block of South Jefferson Davis Parkway. Upon arrival, officers found two victims - a male and a female - lying on the ground and suffering from apparent gunshot wounds. The male victim was declared deceased at the scene, while the female victim was transported to a local hospital for treatment
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. No additional details are available at this time.
The Orleans Parish Coroner’s Office will identify the victim and official cause of death upon completion of autopsy and notification of family.
Homicide Detective Miles Guirreri is in charge of 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 at 1-877-903-STOP with any additional information that can aid the investigation.