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NOPD investigates Lower 9th Ward homicide

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New Orleans Police homicide detectives are investigating a fatal shooting in the Lower 9th Ward.

Police say shortly after 10:35 p.m. Monday, two victims showed up at the hospital by their own means, suffering from gunshot wounds. Detectives determined they were shot near the intersection of Florida and Saint Maurice avenues.


"One of the victims died at the hospital.," said police in a statement. "Investigators are currently in the process of gathering evidence and information to identify the person(s) responsible for this incident, as well as a motive."

Police say anyone who has information should call NOPD Homicide Detective Thaddeus Williams 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.