SBSO INVESTIGATING FATAL SHOOTING IN CHALMETTE

The St. Bernard Sheriff’s Office is investigating a fatal shooting involving two brothers that occurred yesterday evening in Chalmette, Sheriff James Pohlmann said.

On Monday, Dec. 6, at approximately 6:30 p.m., Sheriff Pohlmann said, deputies responded to a call in reference to a shooting in the 2000 block of Plaza Drive in Chalmette.

When deputies arrived on the scene they observed a male victim lying on the ground suffering from gunshot wounds. Deputies also came into contact with another male who stated he was the shooter and the victim is his brother.

The victim was transported to an area hospital where he succumbed to his injuries.

No charges have been filed at this time, but the investigation is ongoing, the Sheriff said.

Citizens who want to share information with detectives about this incident or any other criminal activity pertaining to St. Bernard Parish or any of its residents can do so by calling the Sheriff’s Office at (504) 271-2501. They also can call the Criminal Investigations Bureau’s tip hotline, (504) 271-TIPS or 8477 or Crimestoppers GNO at (504) 822-1111. Callers can leave a detailed message, and either choose to provide their contact information, or remain anonymous and may be eligible for a cash reward from Crimestoppers.
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