Man Found Dead Outside Marrero Business

Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Office investigates homicide

Published on Feb. 21, 2026

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The Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Office is investigating a homicide that occurred on the morning of Saturday, February 21 in Marrero, Louisiana. Deputies responded to a reported disturbance and found a black man unresponsive on the ground outside a business, suffering from at least one gunshot wound. The man was pronounced dead at the scene.

Why it matters

Homicides are a serious concern for the Marrero community, and this incident highlights the need for continued public safety efforts and investigations to identify the perpetrator and motive behind this tragic event.

The details

According to deputies, they were dispatched to a reported disturbance in the 6300 block of Acre Road around 11:18 a.m. When they arrived, they said they found a black man on the ground outside a business who was unresponsive and seemed to be suffering from at least one gunshot wound. The man was later pronounced dead on the scene.

  • The incident occurred on the morning of Saturday, February 21, 2026.

The players

Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Office

The local law enforcement agency investigating the homicide.

Joseph Lopinto

The Sheriff of Jefferson Parish.

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What’s next

The Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Office is continuing its investigation to identify a suspect and determine the motive behind this homicide.

The takeaway

This tragic incident underscores the ongoing need for public safety measures and community-police cooperation to address violence and promote a safer environment for all residents of Marrero.