New Orleans police are investigating a morning homicide in the Third District where a man was found with a gunshot wound and declared deceased by EMS.

Reha Janee Arvie pleaded guilty to conducting a mail fraud scheme targeting unemployment offices in several states, facing a potential 20-year prison sentence.

Jon Verdin was sentenced for drug trafficking, firearms possession, and money laundering following his guilty plea, receiving a total of 200 months for drug charges and concurrent 120-month sentences for additional crimes.

New Orleans man Stephen Badon received a 10-year federal prison sentence for child pornography possession and distribution, facing subsequent supervised release and restitution payments.

NOPD's weekly crime report shows mixed results, with a notable arrest in an attempted murder case and a decline in gun-related arrests and seizures, indicating changing crime patterns.

NOPD seeks Michael Aidoo for insights into a recent shooting, clarifying he's not a suspect but may have crucial details on the May 16, 2025 incident.

New Orleans Police probe a fatal shooting in Hollygrove, leaving one deceased in a vehicle on Sunday afternoon; motive and perpetrator remain unknown.

A 25-year-old electric scooter rider died after a collision in Plaquemines Parish. He lacked a helmet, lights, and wore dark clothing when hit by a Ford F-250.

Three escaped inmates from Orleans Parish Jail were recaptured and flown to a secure facility; seven remain at large after a suspected inside-assisted breakout.

Nine inmates escaped from Orleans Parish Jail, prompting St. John the Baptist Parish Sheriff's Office to urge the public via Facebook to stay alert and report any suspicious activity.

Inmates escaped from Orleans Parish Justice Center; residents are on high alert for potential carjackings. Authorities urge anyone seeing escapees to contact 911 or 985-783-6807. Details of the escape remain unclear.

Following a closure due to an incident, I-55 northbound lanes near milepost 4 reopened, easing traffic for travelers as per the St. John Parish Sheriff's Office update.

Indian national Ashish Kapoor faces federal charges for transporting and possessing child pornography, with a potential 5-20 years in prison if convicted.