Richard L. Milton, 47, of New Orleans, was fatally shot on Saturday, August 24, 2024, in the Hoffman Triangle neighborhood. Emergency responders treated him at the scene, but he died of his injuries and the New Orleans Police Department opened a homicide investigation.

Authorities later identified six people described as persons of interest and said investigators were also focused on the Central City area. No arrests have been announced and officials have not released details about what led to the shooting or a motive. The family of Richard L. Milton Jr. held funeral services.

If anyone in Hoffman Triangle or Central City that night saw activity or recognizes the persons of interest, please share what you know with investigators.