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Man killed in New Orleans East shooting

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New Orleans, La. -

Police are investigating the shooting death of a man in New Orleans East.  It happened around 1:30 Thursday afternoon on Chef Menteur Highway.

NOPD sent the following press release Thursday evening:

(August 16, 2012) – Homicide Detectives are investigating the fatal shooting of an unidentified man. The Incident occurred around 1:30pm in the 7500 block of Chef Menteur Highway. The name of the victim is being withheld pending notification of family members.

"The victim was found lying in front of a business. He'd been shot multiple times and died on the scene."

Investigators are currently in the process of gathering evidence and information to identify the person(s) responsible in this incident, as well as a motive.

Homicide Detective Matthew Morrison is in charge of the investigation and can be reached at 658-5300.

Citizens with information that can help solve these crimes are asked to call CRIMESTOPPERS at 822-1111 or toll-free 1-877-903-STOP. You could receive a cash reward of up to $1,000 for the information leading to the arrest and indictment of the responsible person(s). You do not have to give your name nor testify to receive the reward. Citizens can also submit an anonymous tip online to Crimestoppers at www.crimestoppersgno.org

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