A body was found near the Wisner Trail along Bayou St. John Friday morning according to the New Orleans Police Department.
Authorities say the body of a male victim was found lying on the bank of Bayou St. John At about 7:25 a.m. in the 5700 block of Wisner Boulevard. Initial police reports say the victim was declared dead at the scene. The NOPD says they are investigating it as a homicide but did not give any further details.
Homicide Detective Miles Guirreri is in charge of the ongoing investigation and can be reached at 504-658-5300 or call anonymously to Crimestoppers of Greater New Orleans at 504-822-1111 or toll-free at 1-877-903-STOP.
