MARRERO, La. — The Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Office is investigating a fatal shooting that occurred shortly before 4:20 a.m. in Marrero Friday.
According to Sheriff Joseph Lopinto, deputies responded to the call where the victim had arrived at the West Jefferson Medical Center suffering from a gunshot wound to the leg.
However, the man later succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced dead.
There is further information available at this time.
JPSO detectives are asking anyone with information about this incident to the agency's Homicide Section at 504-364-5300 or contact Crimestoppers.
This is an ongoing story and will be updated once additional details are provided.
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