In the early morning hours of Sunday, May 19, 2024, the life of 40-year-old Dominique Antoine Jones came to a violent end in the Plum Orchard neighborhood of New Orleans. A male, Jones was found on the street in front of a residence in the 4400 block of Werner Drive, suffering from at least one gunshot wound. The New Orleans Police Department received a call about the shooting at approximately 6:30 a.m. and dispatched Seventh District officers to the scene.
Emergency medical services arrived shortly after, but it was too late; Jones was pronounced deceased at the scene.
The investigation into the death of Dominique Antoine Jones was quickly classified as a homicide by the New Orleans Police Department. Detectives began canvassing the area for evidence and seeking information from the public. Their efforts led to the identification of two individuals who they believe may have crucial information regarding the shooting. The NOPD has publicly labeled these individuals as 'persons of interest' and has stated that while they are not currently wanted as suspects in the shooting, detectives are eager to speak with them.
As of now, the investigation into Dominique Antoine Jones's murder remains ongoing. The New Orleans Police Department has not yet released the names or detailed descriptions of the two persons of interest they are seeking for questioning. No arrests have been made in connection with the homicide, and no suspects have been officially named. Authorities continue to urge anyone with information about the shooting or the whereabouts of the persons of interest to come forward and contact the NOPD Homicide Division or Crimestoppers to assist in bringing closure to the case.
