Two Fatal Shootings Mar New Orleans Parade Celebration
Two shootings along a New Orleans parade route resulted in two fatalities and ten injuries on Sunday, prompting an ongoing police investigation.
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Summary
Two people were killed and ten others wounded in two separate shootings during a parade celebration in New Orleans. The incidents occurred within 45 minutes of each other in the St. Roch neighborhood, near Almonaster Avenue. Police Superintendent has noted ballistics evidence suggested two guns were involved, but there are currently no suspects in custody. The shootings prompted the immediate shutdown of the event, which was attended by thousands. Local officials condemned the violence and expressed hope for swift justice as investigations continue.
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