Axel Damian, a 20-year-old Hispanic male, was fatally shot on March 27, 2022, in New Orleans, Louisiana. The incident, which also resulted in the death of 20-year-old Michael Reynoso-Garcia and injuries to two others, unfolded in the Little Woods neighborhood. An investigation into the shooting was subsequently launched by the New Orleans Police Department.
The case saw a significant development with the indictment of Cache Shelton, a 28-year-old woman, on a charge of second-degree
murder in connection with Damian's death. Investigators reported that Shelton provided conflicting accounts of the events leading to the fatal shooting. Initially, charges against her were refused, but the District Attorney's office later reopened the case, presenting it to a grand jury which ultimately returned the indictment. The evidence considered by the grand jury included forensic records, such as DNA samples and autopsy reports, as well as interrogation videos.
Throughout the legal process, Axel Damian's family has been actively seeking justice for his death. They have publicly expressed their relief that the case is progressing and that an individual is being held accountable for his death. The case against Cache Shelton is ongoing, with future court proceedings scheduled to determine the final outcome.
