In the early morning hours of Monday, September 29, 2014, David Turner, a 61-year-old Black / African American man, was found shot to death in eastern New Orleans. A native of the city, he was known as a good and well-loved man. He was a former deacon, a poster worker, and a hardworking businessman. His friends and family remember him as a master chess player, often found contemplating the board with close companions.
A loving and devoted son, brother, uncle, and father, Turner was the
patriarch of a large family, including nine children and twenty-five grandchildren. He was described as a consummate giver, always ready to help whenever needed. His sudden and violent death sent ripples of grief through his community.
In the wake of the slaying, the New Orleans Police Department launched a homicide investigation. A week after the shooting, investigators publicly announced that they were seeking a woman who they believed might have information about the case. This woman was identified as a person of interest, and authorities appealed to the public for assistance in locating her for questioning.
Despite the police department's efforts to gather more information and identify a suspect, details about any arrests or the specific motive behind the shooting have not been made publicly available. The investigation into the death of David Turner remains unresolved, leaving his family and community searching for answers and justice.
