Man killed in mid-afternoon New Orleans shooting

Man killed in mid-afternoon New Orleans shooting
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New Orleans Police homicide detectives are investigating a fatal shooting in the 2600 block of Second Street.

Police say shortly before 2:30 p.m. Tuesday, officers were sent to investigate a call of shots fired in that location.

"Responding officers found a male victim suffering from a gunshot wound," said police spokesman Barry Fletcher. "New Orleans EMS confirmed the victim was deceased."

Police say anyone who has information should call NOPD Homicide at (504) 658-5300, or Crimestoppers at (504) 822-1111 or toll free at (877) 903-7867 (STOP).

Callers to Crimestoppers do not have to leave their names and may be eligible for a cash reward for information that leads to an arrest and indictment.

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