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Man fatally shot Saturday in Plum Orchard area

Just before 6:30 officers said they responded to the scene in the 8300 block of Grant Street.
Credit: NOPD

NEW ORLEANS — The New Orleans Police Department is investigating a deadly shooting in the Plum Orchard area Saturday evening.

Just before 6:30 officers said they responded to the scene in the 8300 block of Grant Street where they found a man suffering from a gunshot wound to his chest.

NOPD said the man was pronounced dead on the scene.

The victim's identification is not known as of now but investigators are currently searching for a suspect and motive in this crime.

This is a developing story, and it will be updated with the latest information available. Stick with WWLTV.com for the latest news.

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