The New Orleans Police Department is investigating a deadly shooting in Algiers.
Police say two men were shot on Socrates Street and Brooklyn Avenue Monday morning.
According to police, a group of men was approached by another group of men and a fight happened. The first group of men got into a car to leave when the other group fired shots, striking the two victims.
Both were taken to the hospital, where one of the men died from his injuries.
The other victim is being treated at the hospital.
Anyone with additional information that can assist in this investigation is urged to contact NOPD Homicide detectives at 504-658-5300. Those wishing to report information anonymously can do so by calling Crimestoppers of Greater New Orleans at 504-822-1111 or toll-free at 1-877-903-STOP. Tips can also be submitted online by visiting https://www.crimestoppersgno.org.
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