The NOPD is investigating a homicide that occurred on September 28, 2025, in the 100 block of Bourbon Street in the Eighth District and left one person dead and three injured.

At about 2:22 a.m., NOPD Eighth District officers responded to shots fired in the area. Upon arrival, officers located three gunshot wound victims – two adult females and one adult male. One of the adult females was declared deceased on scene, while the remaining adult female and adult male were transported to a local hospital. A short time later, a third female victim was located near the intersection of Saint Charles Avenue and Canal Street. The victim, who had sustained a graze gunshot wound, was also 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 currently available.

The Orleans Parish Coroner’s Office will identify the deceased victim and official cause of death upon completion of autopsy and notification of family.

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.

Have a question or correction? Please email NOPD’s Public Affairs Division at nopdpio@nola.gov.