A **shooting at the Tet Festival** in **New Orleans East** left **two people wounded**, and authorities have arrested **two suspects** in connection with the incident.
Incident Details
According to NOLA.com, the **shooting occurred on Saturday, February 8**, at approximately **9:30 p.m.** near the **14000 block of Dwyer Boulevard**. A **deputy from the Orleans Parish Sheriff’s Office** was flagged down at the scene and discovered **two victims with gunshot wounds to the torso**.
Both victims were **transported to a nearby hospital** for treatment. Their current condition has not been disclosed.
Suspects and Arrests
Authorities revealed that **one of the victims** had been involved in a **physical altercation** with **two men**, identified as **Christopher Nguyen and Timothy Nguyen**. During the fight, **Timothy allegedly pulled out a firearm and opened fire**, hitting both victims.
Law enforcement officers quickly **apprehended both suspects**. They have been charged with:
- **Two counts of aggravated second-degree battery**
- **Additional charges may follow pending further investigation**
Community Response and Investigation
The **Tet Festival** is a cultural event celebrating the **Vietnamese Lunar New Year**, and it typically draws large crowds. The shooting has raised concerns over **event security and safety** in public gatherings.
Authorities are urging anyone with additional information to contact the **New Orleans Police Department (NOPD)**.
The investigation remains ongoing.
