The New Orleans Police Department is investigating a shooting in the Pines Village neighborhood that left three people dead. The incident happened on the 5900 block of Boeing Street on Sunday afternoon. Officers initially found a man and a 50-year-old woman dead at the scene. A 31-year-old man was taken to the hospital in critical condition and later died, as reported by WDSU.
Investigators are working to determine the events leading up to the shooting. Police believe it may have been related to a domestic dispute but have not confirmed the motive. According to WWLTV, officials said all three individuals were shot at about 2:23 p.m., and the New Orleans Police Department received the call shortly afterward.
Portions of Skyview Drive, Piper Lane, and Boeing Street were closed as the New Orleans Police Department investigated a shooting, as mentioned by Nola. Crowds, including children, were seen in the area, though most declined to comment. No suspects have been identified. The Orleans Parish Coroner will release the victims’ names and causes of death after notifying their families. Police are asking anyone with information to contact investigators.
