Kenneth Faggin, 63, was shot and killed on the 1200 block of Sumner Street in the Algiers neighborhood of New Orleans on the evening of Friday, April 8, 2022. He was the first of four people murdered in that area during a 48-hour span that weekend. A father, grandfather and great-grandfather, Faggin’s family described him as sweet, loving and caring; a memorial of flowers and balloons grew at the scene as relatives and neighbors mourned.

The New Orleans Police Department opened an investigation into his killing. Officials said there was no initial indication the fatal shootings over the weekend were connected, and there have been no public announcements of arrests or identified suspects in Faggin’s case. The person or persons responsible remain unknown.

If anyone knew Kenneth, saw activity on Sumner Street that night, or has information about this shooting, please come forward to assist the investigation.