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New Orleans Shooting Linked to Mannequin Deterrent Strategy

4/22/2026

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A shooting in the University section of New Orleans occurred early Saturday morning, leaving a pickup truck with nearly 20 bullet holes.
The victim, who remains anonymous, reported that suspected car burglars fired over 30 rounds after being startled by a mannequin in a Michael Myers mask inside his vehicle.
The gunfire also damaged two other vehicles and the victim's home, prompting police to seek public information.
No arrests have been made, leading the victim to reconsider his unconventional deterrent strategy.

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Story summary

A shooting in the University section of New Orleans occurred early Saturday morning, leaving a pickup truck with nearly 20 bullet holes.
The victim, who remains anonymous, reported that suspected car burglars fired over 30 rounds after being startled by a mannequin in a Michael Myers mask inside his vehicle.
The gunfire also damaged two other vehicles and the victim's home, prompting police to seek public information.
No arrests have been made, leading the victim to reconsider his unconventional deterrent strategy.