A man was shot and killed on Loyola Avenue in Central City during the early morning hours of November 19, 2024. Officers who responded to reports of gunfire found 53-year-old Alvin Hammond lying wounded in the 3200 block; emergency medical personnel pronounced him dead at the scene after he sustained at least one gunshot wound. The New Orleans Police Department has classified the incident as a homicide and detectives are investigating.

No suspects have been publicly identified and no arrests have been announced. Few other details about the circumstances or a possible motive have been released as the investigation remains active. If anyone saw or heard anything in the area that morning, or has information about Alvin Hammond, contact NOPD.