Christopher Columbus Cross III, 46, was fatally shot on the evening of Thursday, September 4, 2025, in New Orleans’ 7th Ward. A native of Harvey, Louisiana, he attended Archbishop Shaw High School and Jefferson Parish Vo-Tech and worked as an entrepreneur.

Authorities have not released specific details about the circumstances that led to the shooting, and no suspects or arrests have been announced. His parents, children, and a grandchild survive him; the investigation remains open as family and neighbors await answers.

Did anyone in the 7th Ward or surrounding neighborhoods see or hear anything that night?