William Barnes, a 24-year-old man, was fatally shot in the Iberville neighborhood of New Orleans on Wednesday, December 17, 2025. The incident occurred around 5 p.m. in the 1400 block of Bienville Street, where officers from the New Orleans Police Department found Barnes suffering from a gunshot wound.
He was transported to a nearby hospital for treatment but ultimately succumbed to his injuries. The Orleans Parish Coroner's Office later formally identified the victim as William Barnes.
The cause of his death was determined to be from the gunshot wound.
The New Orleans Police Department is actively investigating the case as a homicide. At this time, authorities are working to determine a motive for the shooting and to identify any potential suspects involved in the incident. As of the latest available reports, no arrests have been made in connection with the shooting, and no suspects have been publicly named. The investigation remains ongoing as detectives continue to gather information and seek leads.
