In the Gert Town neighborhood of New Orleans, a community often marked by its vibrant culture and resilient spirit, the life of Donnel Coleman was tragically cut short. On the evening of Tuesday, March 6, 2018, the 41-year-old man fell victim to gun violence, a harsh reality that has plagued the city for years. The Orleans Parish Coroner's Office later confirmed his identity and ruled his death a homicide.
Donnel Terrell 'Gar' Coleman, as he was known to friends and family, was a
resident of New Orleans. Those who knew him remembered him as a man with a 'Heart of Gold,' deeply devoted to his family. An employee of the Sewerage and Water Board, he was a familiar face in his community. His life and untimely death left a void in the lives of his parents, Don and Gail Coleman, his brother, his daughter, and a host of other relatives and friends.
In the days following the shooting, the New Orleans Police Department began its investigation into the circumstances surrounding Coleman's death. However, information regarding any potential suspects or arrests in the case has not been publicly released. Despite the passage of time, details about who was responsible for the fatal shooting and the motive behind it remain elusive to the public.
The investigation into the death of Donnel Coleman is one of many homicide cases that detectives in New Orleans handle each year. While authorities continue their work, the community and Coleman's loved ones are left to grapple with the unanswered questions and the profound loss of a man taken too soon.
