The Caddo Parish Coroner’s Office has verified the death of 34-year-old Choncy Moore, who was discovered fatally shot inside a car in the Cedar Grove section of Shreveport. According to authorities, the event happened late on Thursday night, April 9, 2026, and it was another violent occurrence in a region where gun-related crimes have frequently occurred.
Shreveport police responded to reports of a shooting around 11 p.m. in the 200 block of West 70th Street, where officers located a yellow vehicle parked outside a business. Inside the car, they discovered Moore suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. The location was confirmed by both police and local media as part of the Cedar Grove community.
Emergency responders pronounced Moore deceased at the scene due to the severity of his injuries. Police stated that the shooting appeared to have occurred shortly before officers arrived, and the vehicle showed no signs of having been moved after the gunfire. The coroner later confirmed that Moore died from multiple gunshot wounds and officially ruled the case a homicide.
Investigators with the Shreveport Police Department began canvassing the area for witnesses and surveillance footage. Officers also responded to a separate shots‑fired call on the 700 block of West 70th Street around the same time, though it has not been confirmed whether the two scenes are connected. Detectives have not announced any arrests, and no suspect information has been released.
Authorities noted that Moore’s killing represents the sixth homicide recorded in both Caddo Parish and the city of Shreveport in 2026, underscoring ongoing concerns about rising violence in the region. Police have urged anyone with information to contact investigators or Crime Stoppers as the case remains active.
Community members expressed concern following the discovery, noting that the Cedar Grove neighborhood has faced repeated incidents of gun violence in recent years. Local officials emphasized the importance of public cooperation as detectives work to determine what led to Moore’s death and identify those responsible.