Akein Scott
New Orleans Mother Day's parade shooter that left 19 people injured, including two children was taken into custody by police.
By H. Nelson Goodson
May 16, 2013
May 16, 2013
New Orleans, LA - On Wednesday, New Orleans police arrested Akein Scott, 19, in connection with a Mother Day's mass shooting of more than 19 people, including two 10-year-olds, a boy and girl. He was taken into custody at the Little Woods section of eastern part of the city, according to police.
Scott was out on a $15,000 bond for a charge of possession of an illegal weapon and a control of substance.
Police on Monday had released video surveillance images showing the shooting suspect aiming at the parade crowd and shooting at them. More than 400 people participated on Sunday's parade.
A $10,000 dollar reward was being offered for any information leading to Scott's arrest.
