In the early hours of a Monday in New Orleans, the life of Dwayne Keith Wise Sr. was tragically cut short. On June 19, 2023, the 45-year-old man was found in the Desire neighborhood, having sustained a fatal gunshot wound. The incident occurred before 2:15 a.m. in the 3300 block of Higgins Boulevard, a detail that marked the beginning of a somber investigation for the New Orleans Police Department.
Dwayne, known affectionately by some, was a father and a valued employee.
His sudden and violent death left a void in the lives of his family and friends. The Orleans Parish Coroner’s Office later confirmed his identity, officially ruling his death a homicide. In the wake of the shooting, information regarding a suspect or any arrests made in connection with the case has not been publicly released by law enforcement officials. The investigation into the circumstances surrounding his death remains ongoing, leaving a community to mourn and await answers.
