NEW ORLEANS — A Violet man was shot and killed in St. Bernard Parish on Friday, a sheriff's office spokesperson said.
The shooting happened near the intersection of East St. Bernard Highway and Beachhead Lane at about 4 p.m., the spokesperson said.
Criminal Investigation Detectives have been looking for Joel Lehmann, 35, because of what he may know.
Friday, investigators asked the public for help finding Lehmann or his truck.
Saturday, the truck was found abandoned in New Orleans near the intersection of Bienville and North Peters streets, the spokesperson said.
People with information about the killing or about Lehmann can call the sheriff's office at 504.271.2501 or CrimeStoppers at 504.822.1111.
Tipsters who call CrimeStoppers can remain anonymous and do not have to testify, the spokesperson said. They may be eligible for a cash reward.
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