An arrest has been made in the case of the Bourbon Street shooting that left Demontris Toliver dead and 9 others injured. NOPD Chief Michael Harrison says 20-year-old Jordan Clay of Lafayette has been charged with 2nd degree murder. He says a multi-agency investigation led to his arrest.
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Harrison says Clay was arrested in St. Martin parish, where he is currently being held as he awaits extradition to New Orleans. A second shooter remains at large.
The man police say shot and killed former-NFL running back Joe McKnight has been released from police custody, according to the Jefferson Parish Sheriff’s Office. Authorities say 54-year-old Ronald Gasser has not been formally charged, as he claimed self-defense in the shooting that followed a road rage incident yesterday afternoon. Investigators say they are consulting the District Attorney’s Office on whether or not to file charges.
Republican John Kennedy is leading in the US Senate race a week before the runoff, according to a new poll from Southern Media and Opinion Research. Pollster Bernie Pinsonat says the State Treasurer has been popular statewide for several years because he’s been critical of government spending.
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The poll also finds 58-percent of respondents have a favorable view of Kennedy.
The Edwards’ family is getting in the holiday spirit as they will spend their first Christmas in the Governor’s Mansion. The family was displaced during the August flooding but are now settling back into life in the mansion. First Lady Donna Edwards is hosting a Joyeux Noel celebration at her home this afternoon at 3 p.m. to show off the improvements she’s made.
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Guests of the event will be treated with holiday snacks, music and a special visit from Papa Noel.