NOPD investigates mid-morning Algiers homicide

NOPD

New Orleans Police homicide detectives are investigating a fatal shooting in the 1300 block of Odeon Avenue, off General Meyer.

Police say shortly after 8:20 a.m. Friday, officers were sent to investigate a call of a man shot in that location.

"Upon arrival, officers discovered an unresponsive male victim who had sustained a gunshot wound," said police in a statement. "he victim was declared deceased at the scene."

Police say anyone who has information should call 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.