The New Orleans Police Department is reaching out to the community for help in identifying a suspect involved in a recent theft and battery of an officer. The incident in question took place on April 30, around 8:55 p.m., at a business location on the 4100 block of General DeGaulle Drive, as per the New Orleans Police Department News release.
The New Orleans Police Department News release detailed that the suspect, whose image has been circulated, allegedly stole property. In an event that escalated, a police officer attempted to detain the individual, which led to the officer being a victim of battery. The search for this suspect now extends to the public, with the New Orleans Police Department soliciting any information that might lead to an identification or location.
Authorities are encouraging anyone with knowledge about the suspect's identity or whereabouts to come forward. Reach out to the Fourth District detectives at 504-658-6040 with any pertinent details you might possess. For those wishing to maintain anonymity, there is the option of contacting Crimestoppers at 504-822-1111 in, a confidential manner, as reported by the New Orleans Police Department.
