NOPD and federal agencies have reported progress in a multi-agency operation against drug and gun violence, with 106 arrests, 85 guns seized, and drugs confiscated.

A months-long probe resulted in the seizure of 5-Star Auto Spa in Central City for its role in violent crimes and drug activity; 10 arrests were made as a result.

The New Orleans Coroner's Office identified 42-year-old Gregory Williams as the man shot and killed by an officer after an altercation that began with his alleged overdose.

The New Orleans Police Department has identified William Powell as a suspect in the 2022 murder of Ciara Bullock and is urging the public to provide any information that could help locate him.

Mexican national Santiago Puente-Garcia was sentenced for illegal reentry after removal from the U.S.; he received time served and one year supervised release.

A Texas man was sentenced to 10 years in prison for drug trafficking in Louisiana, after pleading guilty to distributing cocaine, fentanyl, and heroin.

NOPD reports a 52% decrease in gun-related arrests and a 30% drop in firearm seizures compared to the previous year. Data is preliminary and subject to revision.

New Orleans Police seek public help in identifying a suspect in a mid-April $2000 bicycle theft from the 1600 block of Newton Street, using surveillance images.

A Covington man, Joe Lynn Beattie, 53, was sentenced to 63 months for firearms offenses and will pay a $300 fee. The sentence relates to his possession of guns, unregistered silencers, and machineguns as a felon.

NOPD seeks help to find suspects linked to an April 26 burglary on General DeGaulle Drive, with ties to other local crimes. Images of suspects and their vehicle are released.

Ohm Lounge responded to an incident where a performer wore a swastika, stating it opposes such symbols, regrets the occurrence, and will update their code of conduct.

A Mexican national pleaded guilty to using someone else's Social Security number to renew a Louisiana driver's license and faces up to five years in prison.

Louisiana State Police confirmed the death of Rita Owens, 91, in a three-vehicle crash in St. Bernard Parish. Owens was not wearing a seatbelt, highlighting the importance of safety restraints in vehicles.