NOPD seeks public aid in finding Bria Newman, a suspect in mail theft, check forgery, and other financial crimes.

A man, Jules Gibson, received a 10-year prison sentence for drug trafficking and illegal firearm possession, with an 8-year supervised release upon completion.

A woman pleaded guilty to wire fraud and identity theft, admitting to misusing COVID-19 relief programs for financial gain. She faces severe penalties, including prison time and fines.

A woman died in a crash in Sabine Parish after her car hit a tree; she wasn't wearing a seatbelt. Toxicology tests are pending to determine the crash cause.

Kenneth Richmond was sentenced to four years for a car buying scheme using stolen identities, with an additional two-year sentence for violating release terms.

Enrique Torres-Beiza was sentenced to 18 months in prison for illegal reentry into the U.S. after deportation.

A man from St. Bernard Parish has pleaded guilty to federal drug trafficking and firearms charges, facing significant penalties including a mandatory minimum sentence and substantial fines.

New Orleans City Councilmember Oliver Thomas Jr. issued a statement expressing sorrow over the death of 12-year-old Bryan Vasquez and pledged support to his family and improvements to community notification systems.

Louisiana State Police arrested Anthony Rios-Flores after a chase and shooting in Orleans Parish; he was later booked on multiple charges including Aggravated Flight from an Officer. No injuries were reported.

A 22-year-old New Orleans man pleaded guilty to drug trafficking and firearm offenses, facing potential severe penalties, including life imprisonment.

A Guatemalan man pleaded guilty to unlawful reentry in the US and faces potential imprisonment and fines, with sentencing set for November 2025, as part of "Operation Take Back America."

Elijah Martin from Orleans Parish pled guilty to federal firearm offenses as a felon in possession of firearms, with potential penalties including up to 15 years in prison.

A New Orleans man pleaded guilty to fentanyl and meth distribution, with a potential 10 years to life sentence for meth charges and 20 years for fentanyl distribution.