The New Orleans Police Department (NOPD) is diligently working to identify individuals connected to separate illegal dumping incidents in New Orleans East. NOPD is seeking the public's assistance to locate Jocobia Johnson and Johnny Wilson McGill Jr., with the latter having a warrant issued for his arrest on counts of gross littering.
Jocobia Johnson, a person of interest in one of two cases, has been linked to an occurrence on July 5. According to NOPD, more than 100 tires were found in the 9600 block of Hayne Boulevard near Lake Pontchartrain, as reported by WWLTV. Investigators believe a 2022 Penske rental truck associated with Johnson was utilized for transporting the tires. Though Johnson is not currently wanted for any crime, and no charges have been filed, he is sought for questioning.
The second suspect, Johnny Wilson McGill Jr., faces charges in connection with multiple illegal dumping incidents reported between March and July this year. A 2024 Jeep Gladiator registered to an address in Slidell, which is believed to have been driven by McGill, was used to dispose of materials off the Michoud exit from Interstate 10. NOPD has initiated an arrest warrant for McGill, who is accused of multiple counts of gross littering, as detailed by authorities in a statement obtained by NOLA.com.
The public is encouraged to assist in the effort to uphold the cleanliness of the community by report any information related to these incidents or the whereabouts of the suspects. The NOPD underscores the seriousness of these violations and the impact they have on the neighborhoods affected. Individuals with knowledge pertaining to either of these cases or individuals are urged to come forward, as highlighted by WDSU. Environmental accountability remains a priority for the NOPD as it seeks to enforce local ordinances and prevent further illegal dumping activities.
