Seventeen-year-old Eric Simmons III was shot and killed in Hollygrove, New Orleans, on Wednesday, November 12, 2025. A student at George Washington Carver High School, he had just gotten off a school bus, was wearing his school uniform and carrying a backpack, and was visiting a friend when several unidentified males approached him in the 8200 block of Stroelitz Street and shot him. He was later found with gunshot wounds in the 8600 block of Palmetto Street and pronounced dead at the scene.

Witnesses reported seeing at least two individuals with guns around the time of the shooting. His mother described him as loving, funny, a sports fan who wanted to attend Xavier University. The New Orleans Police Department has not identified suspects or made any arrests, and the motive remains unknown; the investigation is open and authorities have asked for tips.

Anyone who knew Eric, saw activity in the Stroelitz or Palmetto Street area that afternoon, or has information should contact investigators.