Homicide investigators are working a murder in Algiers.
Fourth District officers responded to a call of an unresponsive female, and upon their arrival, found the victim stabbed inside of an apartment.
Emergency medical technicians arrived on the scene and pronounced the victim dead.
Detectives with the New Orleans Police Department are now investigating the apparent stabbing death of a 63-year-old female, whose name is being withheld pending notification of family members.
The offense occurred at approximately 1:35 p.m., in the 3600 block of Texas Drive.
The investigation is ongoing and no further information is available at this time.
The Orleans Parish Coroner’s Office will release the identity of the victim and conduct an autopsy to determine the exact cause death.
Currently, investigators are in the process of gathering evidence and information to identify the person(s) involved in this incident, as well as a motive.
Citizens with information that can help solve this crime are asked to call CRIMESTOPPERS at 822-1111, toll-free 1-877-903-STOP(7867).