In the Central City neighborhood of New Orleans, a 13-year-old male named Byron Thomas was fatally shot on the evening of March 15, 2022. The young male was walking to a local store to meet a friend at the corner of South Roman Street and Washington Avenue when gunfire erupted. He was struck by the bullets and died at the scene.
Another adult male, later identified as 21-year-old Sebastian Hubbard, was also killed in the same incident.
Family members of Byron Thomas stated that he was an innocent bystander caught in the crossfire. He was a student who enjoyed playing football and video games.
The New Orleans Police Department is investigating the double homicide. At the time of the initial reports, authorities had not released any information about a possible motive or any suspects in the shooting. As of late 2023, there have been no public announcements regarding any arrests made in connection with the deaths of Byron Thomas and Sebastian Hubbard, and the case remains under investigation.
