Photo courtesy of Brandon "Boogie B" Montrell's Facebook.

Local comedian ‘Boogie B’ killed

Local comedian Boogie B was shot and  killed Friday afternoon on the 700 block of Baronne Street outside Rouses. Brandon “Boogie B” Montrell was well-known for his internet series “New Orleans Hood History.”

Montrell documented and shared stories and interesting facts about New Orleans history and culture. The final video he posted was on Instagram, detailing the story of New Orleans’ “7th Ward Santa” Fred Parker.

Many online voices paid respects while others expressed frustration with the violence in the city. He was 43 years old.