The NOPD is investigating a fatal shooting that occurred on September 9, 2018 at the intersection of Second and Dryades streets.
At about 10:46 p.m., Sixth District officers responded to a report of an aggravated battery by shooting in the block. Upon arrival, officers discovered an unresponsive male victim lying on the sidewalk suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. The victim was pronounced dead at the scene.
Investigation into the incident is ongoing. No further information is available at this time. The Orleans Parish Coroner's Office will determine official cause of death and release the victim's name, upon completion of autopsy and notification of family.
Homicide Detective Joseph Jefferson 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 anonymously at 504-822-1111 or toll-free at 1-877-903-7867.