In the Lower Garden District of New Orleans, on January 17, 2023, a Tuesday that would end in sorrow, Andre McKelvin Richard, a 39-year-old Black man, was found fatally wounded. The New Orleans Police Department responded to reports of a shooting in the 1200 block of Annunciation Street, where they discovered Richard suffering from multiple gunshot wounds.
He was rushed to a nearby hospital, but tragically, he succumbed to his injuries.
Andre, known as a loving son, brother, uncle, and friend, had moved to New Orleans eight years prior from his hometown of Kinder, Louisiana. He was a graduate of Kinder High School and was remembered for his vibrant personality and the deep connections he forged with those around him. His death sent shockwaves through his community, leaving his family and friends to grapple with the sudden and violent loss.
In the days following the shooting, the Orleans Parish Coroner's Office formally identified Andre McKelvin Richard as the victim. The investigation into his death is ongoing, and as of the latest available information, no arrests have been made in connection with the homicide. The New Orleans Police Department has not publicly identified any suspects or released a potential motive for the shooting. The case remains an open and active investigation as authorities continue to seek answers and justice for Andre and his grieving family.
