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New Orleans police investigates shooting in New Orleans East

Aug 9, 2026 | 6:27 AM

The New Orleans Police Department is investigating a shooting that occurred early Sunday morning on Papani Drive near Chef Menteur Highway in New Orleans East.

Police said the shooting happened just before 5:30 a.m. The victim was shot once in his body and was taken to the hospital by EMS.

Authorities have not released information about the victim’s condition or a possible motive for the shooting.

The investigation remains active.

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