JPSO investigates a homicide in Jefferson

JPSO

The Jefferson Parish Sheriff’s Office investigates a homicide in the Jefferson neighborhood.

Sheriff Joe Lopinto says it happened around 10:30 p.m. in the 200 block of Jules Avenue. Lopinto says when dispatched deputies arrived on the scene they found a man with apparent multiple gunshot wounds. He was pronounced dead on the scene.

Investigators didn’t say if they had a suspect of motive at this time.

The investigation is ongoing and anyone with information is asked to call Homicide Section at 504-364-5300 or contact Crimestoppers.