The Jefferson Parish Sheriff Office is investigating a fatal shooting that happened in Marrero.
Authorities say Third District deputies were dispatched to a report of a shooting near the intersection of Ames and Lapalco Boulevards around 12:24 p.m. Deputies located the victim suffering from a gunshot wound in the 1900 block of Ames Blvd. The victim was pronounced dead on the scene.
The identity is being withheld pending the notification of next of kin.
Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to call our Homicide Section at 504-364-5300 or contact Crimestoppers.





