On a summer evening in New Orleans, Jason "Big Jay" Carter, a 41-year-old Black male, was fatally shot on June 8, 2022. The incident that claimed his life took place around 5:30 p.m. in the 2800 block of Josephine Street.
Responding to a call about a shooting, New Orleans Police Department officers arrived at the scene to find a man suffering from at least one gunshot wound.
Emergency medical services transported him to a local hospital, where he was later pronounced dead.
Details surrounding the circumstances of the shooting and a potential motive have not been publicly released by authorities. As of now, there is no information available regarding any suspects or arrests in connection with the death of Jason Carter. The investigation into his death remains ongoing.
Carter was a father and brother, remembered by his family. His funeral services were held at a church located near the area where the shooting occurred.
