Celebration of Life Vigil for Fallen NOPD Officer Marcus McNeil Scheduled for October 16

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New Orleans Police Department Public Information Office

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 

October 16, 2017

Celebration of Life Vigil for Fallen NOPD Officer Marcus McNeil Scheduled for October 16

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NEW ORLEANS – A celebration of life vigil will be held in memory of NOPD Officer Marcus McNeil today (Monday, October 16, 2017) at 5:30 p.m. in the 6800 block of Cindy Place near the I-10 Service Road. The public is invited to attend this event.

 

On Friday, October 13, 2017, McNeil was shot and killed in the line of duty in the 6800 block of Cindy Place.

  

Those who come to the event are asked to bring blue and black balloons, as well as candles for the vigil. 

 

An account has been established through Whitney Bank for anyone wishing to donate in support of McNeil's family. The account title is "Marcus McNeil Benefit Fund," and donations can be made at any Whitney Bank branch.

  

Further information on funeral arrangements for McNeil will be announced as they become available.

  

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