Walter Percy Scott, known as Walggie, was a 21-year-old New Orleans native who died on Wednesday, May 16, 2018, at the University Medical Center of New Orleans. A graduate of Edna Karr High School, he was studying engineering at Southern University of Baton Rouge. His obituary describes him as a loving son, brother, and grandson.

The account gives no details about the circumstances of his death and does not indicate foul play or an ongoing investigation. There is no public information about arrests or suspects. Funeral services were held at the Fischer Community Church in Algiers, Louisiana, where family and community members gathered.

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