Kyron Johnson, 37, was found unresponsive and pronounced dead at the scene after police responded to reports of gunfire shortly before 4 a.m. on December 29, 2025. The shooting occurred in the 8500 block of Chef Menteur Highway in New Orleans; the coroner recorded at least one gunshot wound and ruled the death a homicide.

Johnson’s death was one of three fatal shootings in the city in the days before the new year. Beyond the time, location, and cause of death, details about what led to the shooting are scarce. As of early January 2026, no suspects have been publicly identified and no arrests have been announced.

Anyone who has information about this case is asked to contact homicide detectives or submit an anonymous tip through Crimestoppers.