The NOPD is investigating a homicide that occurred on Monday (Oct. 17) at the corner of Lyons and Constance Street.
Just around 8:40 p.m., Second District officers responded to calls of shots fired in the area. When officers arrived, they observed a male victim (DOB:01-15-1969) suffering from multiple gunshot wounds at the intersection. EMS transported the victim to the hospital who later died from his injuries.
This investigation is on-going. The Orleans Parish Coroner’s Officer will release the name of the victim and the official cause of death. No further information is available at this time.
Homicide Detective Thomas Ripp is in charge of the ongoing investigation and can be reached at 504-658-5300 with any information regarding this incident.
Citizens with information that can help solve a crime are asked to call Crimestoppers at 504-822-1111 or toll-free 1-877-903-STOP.