Woodrow Smith, 35, was fatally shot in New Orleans on July 24, 2017. A lifelong resident of the city and described as a beloved son, father, and brother, Smith was found in the middle of the road in the Desire neighborhood after shots were reported near the intersection of France Road and Almonaster Avenue at about 2:55 p.m. Emergency medical personnel responded but Smith’s injuries proved fatal; the Orleans Parish Coroner’s Office later identified him.

The New Orleans Police Department opened a homicide investigation, collecting evidence and asking the public for information to establish a motive and identify who was responsible. For a time the case remained unsolved. If anyone knew Woodrow Smith, saw activity around France Road and Almonaster Avenue that afternoon, or has information that could help, please share what you know with investigators.