The New Orleans Police Department is investigating a shooting in Central City that left a man dead and injured another.
It happened around 9 p.m. in the 2700 block of Dryades Street, between 4th Street and Washington Avenue.
"Upon arrival, officers learned that two adult male gunshot wound victims arriving at a local hospital via separate private conveyances. One of the victims was later pronounced deceased," police said in a statement.
"Through investigation, it was later learned that the victims were both at a gathering in the 2700 block of Dryades Street when gunshots were allegedly fired by an unknown perpetrator. Both victims were reportedly struck by the gunfire."
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.
