Joshua Mosely

Joshua Mosely was a 23-year-old Black man living in his home city of New Orleans, Louisiana. His life was brought to a sudden and violent end during a summer marked by a surge of gun violence in the city.

On Friday, July 27, 2012, Joshua became the sixth person to be fatally shot in New Orleans in a span of just 24 hours. He was found in the 3700 block of North Villere Street in the St. Claude neighborhood. The Orleans Parish Coroner's Office later confirmed that he had been shot to death.

The New Orleans Police Department immediately responded to the scene and launched a homicide investigation into what they described as a deadly attack. From the outset, investigators reached out to the public for help in solving the crime.

In the years since Joshua was killed, no suspects have been publicly identified, and no arrests have been announced in connection with his murder. The case went cold shortly after the initial investigation in July 2012. His homicide remains unsolved, and authorities continue to ask for the public’s help. A tip line was established through Crimestoppers at 504-822-1111 for anyone with information.