Carjacker who fatally shot New Orleans sous chef dies days after incident.

In a tragic turn of events, a suspected carjacker has died following an incident in New Orleans that resulted in the death of a beloved local sous chef. The suspect, identified as 21-year-old Raymond Wells, was discovered in the stolen vehicle with a gunshot wound to the head just days after the fatal shooting of Carl Morgan, a 36-year-old father. Morgan was killed on September 30 while waiting to pick up his 2-year-old son from the Abeona House Child Discovery Center.

According to the New Orleans Police Department (NOPD), the shooting occurred around 5:17 p.m. Witnesses reported that a man approached Morgan’s vehicle and began firing indiscriminately. At the time, Morgan was in a line of cars collecting children from the daycare. Tragically, he was left wounded in the parking lot, where he was pronounced dead at the scene shortly thereafter.

After the incident, Morgan’s vehicle was found stopped on Interstate 10 in nearby Metairie, with Wells unresponsive behind the wheel. He had sustained a gunshot wound to the back of his head and was described as being in “extremely grave condition.” An arrest warrant for first-degree murder had been prepared by authorities, contingent upon his potential recovery.

Wells was later pronounced dead at University Medical Center, with the announcement confirmed by NOPD spokesperson Karen Boudrie early Friday morning. The circumstances leading to Wells’ injury remain under investigation.

In the wake of this tragedy, a memorial has been established in the parking lot of the daycare, reflecting the community’s grief and support for the Morgan family. At the recent Fried Chicken Festival, Morgan was honored posthumously, with his signature fried-chicken sandwich featured as Carl’s Family Meal at the restaurant Brennan’s, where he worked. The initiative aims to assist Morgan’s partner, Lisa Marie Lienberger, and their son, Silas. An online fundraiser in Morgan’s memory has garnered impressive support, raising approximately ,640 as of Sunday evening.

Colleagues described Morgan as a dedicated father and a passionate chef, known for his warmth and commitment to hospitality. His passing has left a profound impact on both the culinary community and the citizens of New Orleans, who remember him fondly for his joyful spirit and love of family. Media News Source will continue to provide updates as this story develops.