16 Shot, 2 Fatally, on Halloween in New Orleans

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ABC News:

Sixteen people were shot and at least two killed in a bloody Halloween in New Orleans that included gunfire on Bourbon Street, the tourist hot spot in the French Quarter.

New Orleans Mayor Mitch Landrieu, at a news conference called Tuesday in response to the five separate shootings, said a "culture of violence," that involved young black men with illegal guns has plagued the city and must be stopped.

"This continues to be a battle for the future of our city," Landrieu said.

Around midnight, two men started firing at each other on Bourbon Street — near the famous Chris Owens night club. When the gunfire stopped, Albert Glover, 25, of New Orleans, was dead and seven others injured. Police spokesman Garry Flot said the injuries were not life-threatening.

Joshua Lewis, 19, of Marrero, was killed and three others wounded after Lewis bumped into Baltiman Malcom, sparking an argument that led to gunfire.

In the Bourbon Street shooting, the killer used a .45-caliber gun with an oversized ammunition clip, firing 32 times, Serpas said. Glover, who was killed, was also armed and did shoot back, Serpas said.

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I'm glad I got to visit NO 10 years ago. Don't think a trip back is in the future.