Marcus Alexander Galtney, Sr., a 25-year-old African American male, was a resident of Marrero, Louisiana, though he was originally from Oakland, California. A graduate of L.W. Higgins High School, he was known by those close to him for his vibrant and playful personality. His life, however, was tragically cut short in the early morning hours of Sunday, August 14, 2016.
On that day, at approximately 2:21 a.m., law enforcement received a report of a man down after being shot near the West Bank Expressway and Robinson Avenue. When authorities arrived at the scene, they discovered Marcus Galtney suffering from gunshot wounds. His death was quickly classified as a homicide, prompting an immediate and thorough investigation into the circumstances that led to the fatal shooting. The loss was deeply felt by his family, including his young son, and the wider community who remembered him as a loving father and a cherished friend.
Despite the passage of time, the investigation into Marcus Galtney's murder has not led to any arrests, and no suspects have been publicly identified in connection with his death. The case officially remains open, a painful and unresolved chapter for his loved ones. A reward has been offered for any information that could lead to an arrest, a standing plea for closure and for justice for a life taken too soon. The community continues to hope that those responsible will one day be held accountable for their actions.
