NEW ORLEANS — One man was killed and a woman was injured in a shooting that started outside of the popular Canal Street restaurant Mandina's and ended up injuring a woman dining inside.
The NOPD said the shooting occurred around 8:15 p.m. in the 3800 block of Canal Street.
The man who was shot was declared dead on the scene, the woman was taken to the hospital for treatment. Police later said that she was "stable".
A witness told WWL Radio that a car parked near the restaurant and two guys got out and began shooting at someone walking in front.
"They opened fire on a guy that was just walking that way," said one witness. "They were on him quick... It's not good."
The popular eatery was packed with a post Jazz Fest crowd. Owner Cindy Mandina told NOLA.com that she was stunned with the events.
"Over 90 years of service on Canal Street, we've never had such a sad, senseless event take place."
A neighbor told NOLA.com that he heard three shots and saw a man lying in front of the restaurant wearing a Mandina's uniform. He assumed he worked inside.
The woman who was shot was apparently inside dining when she was struck. Social media posts said a doctor who was also dining inside came to her aid.
Customers inside the restaurant were asked to stay in place. They were let out around 10 p.m.
On Saturday Mayor Cantrell issued a statement on the shooting saying, “A celebratory day was later marred by another senseless act of violence. My deepest condolences go out to the victims of this terrible crime and their loved ones,” said Cantrell. “The people of New Orleans stand united in their rejection of the gun violence plaguing our nation and our community. We need stronger gun laws and penalties as well as accountability across all public safety agencies if we're ever going to end this crisis. I have complete confidence in the New Orleans Police Department to apprehend whoever is responsible, and I thank them for their hard work and determination. It will continue to take all of us working together to heal our community and make New Orleans a safer place for all.”