The New Orleans Police Department is investigating a homicide, that occurred in the 4400 block of Chef Menteur Highway, in the Third District. 

Third District officers received a call at about 2:00 p.m. on a report of a shooting at the location.

Officers found the adult male victim suffering from at least one gunshot wound.

New Orlean EMS transported the victim to a local hospital, where he was pronounced deceased. The signal for the incident was then changed to a homicide, and NOPD Homicide Section assumed control of the investigation.

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 arrests have been made as of this writing, and no additional details are currently available.

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

Anyone with additional information that can assist in this investigation is urged to contact NOPD Homicide Section detectives at 504-658-5300. Those wishing to report information anonymously can do so by calling Crimestoppers of Greater New Orleans at 504-822-1111 or toll-free at 1-877-903-STOP. Tips can also be submitted online by visiting https://www.crimestoppersgno.org.