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A Louisiana National Guard soldier left his service rifle in a Bourbon Street bathroom during a French Quarter patrol; the weapon was recovered and returned to the Guard, and the incident—happening as about 350 guardsmen patrolled the Quarter— is being handled internally.
A man was fatally shot in the French Quarter of New Orleans early Saturday morning, with the victim's age and identity not yet disclosed. The shooting occurred despite the heightened police presence in the area due to the final Carnival weekend, and no further information about the incident or potential suspects has been released by the NOPD.
French Quarter restaurant Saint John has closed "indefinitely" due to frustration with doing business in New Orleans, with a dispute over a $40,000 Entergy bill being the final straw. Chef Eric Cook claims the bill is for a "ghost meter" that cannot be located on the property. Cook expressed frustration with the lack of accountability from city leaders and a slow summer for hospitality businesses. Entergy stated that they followed standard procedure and are willing to restore service once a payment plan is agreed upon. Cook left open the possibility of reopening but remains concerned about fundamental issues.
A man was fatally shot in the French Quarter of New Orleans, just steps away from the Halloween parade route. The victim's identity and motive for the killing remain unknown, and no suspect description has been released. The shooting occurred near railroad tracks, shortly after the Krewe of Boo Halloween parade had passed the area. No other injuries were reported.
A man was shot in the stomach in the historic French Quarter of New Orleans. The severity of his injuries is currently unknown, and the investigation is ongoing. Anyone with information is urged to contact CrimeStoppers.