The NOPD is investigating a homicide that occurred today (November 3, 2025) in the 7000 block of Lawrence Road.
At about 3:29 a.m., NOPD Seventh District officers responded to the location to investigate a reported suicide. Upon arrival, officers located inside of an apartment an unresponsive adult male subject who had sustained a gunshot wound. Upon further investigation, detectives reclassified the incident as a homicide.
Investigators are currently in the process of gathering evidence and information to identify the person(s) responsible for this incident, as well as to determine motive.
The Orleans Parish Coroner’s Office will identify the victim and official cause of death upon completion of autopsy and notification of family.
No additional information is currently available.
Anyone with additional information that can assist in this investigation is asked to contact NOPD Homicide Section detectives at 504-658-5300, or to call anonymously to Crimestoppers of Greater New Orleans at 504-822-1111 or toll-free at 1-877-903-STOP. Tips can also be submitted online at www.crimestoppersgno.org.