The New Orleans Police Department has issued a call to the public to aid in identifying and locating two individuals implicated in a recent simple robbery. The incident, which took place in the early hours last Sunday, was reported by NOPD News. The two suspects, according to the police report, were conversing with the victim on the 5000 block of Old Gentilly Road when they unexpectedly seized the victim's wallet and fled the scene in an untracked direction.
In a turn of events around 4:45 a.m., engaged in conversation, the suspects took advantage of the situation. Surveillance images of the suspects have been circulated by the NOPD, with hopes that community members might recognize the alleged perpetrators and come forward with valuable information. The NOPD has not released additional details regarding the description of the suspects or the direction they headed following the robbery.
Community members with knowledge pertaining to this robbery or the whereabouts of the suspects are being urged by the New Orleans Police to step forward. In an effort to gather leads, the NOPD has provided a tip line and encourages anyone with information to contact them.
The New Orleans Police continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the incident, examining available evidence to track down the suspects. The NOPD asks that anyone with information related to this simple robbery contact CrimeStoppers at 504-822-1111 or toll-free at 1-877-903-STOP.
