Gerald Holley, 20, was killed in New Orleans on September 16, 2025, after being shot in the Gentilly neighborhood. The initial report to police concerned a shooting in the 6300 block of Arts Street; officers later found Holley suffering from at least one gunshot wound on the 2400 block of Mexico Street. It appears he fled the immediate scene after being shot and collapsed before help arrived. Emergency responders took him to a hospital, but he died of a gunshot wound, the Orleans Parish Coroner’s Office confirmed.

The New Orleans Police Department opened a homicide investigation and canvassed the neighborhood for witnesses while detectives worked to establish a timeline and motive. No suspects or arrests have been announced and the investigation remains active. If anyone witnessed the shooting or has information that could help, please contact the New Orleans Police Department.