August 20, 2010

Suspect Arrested for Murder

New Orleans, LA –Members of the New Orleans Police Department's Homicide Division have arrested 26-year-old Tameka Dauphine, wanted in connection with the shooting death of 23-year-old Deiontay Melancon and the shooting of 28-year-old Michael Lucky. The offense occurred on May 1, 2010, in the 7800 block of Symmes Street.

According to investigators, Seventh District officers responded to a call of "shots fired" and upon their arrival, located Melancon suffering from multiple gunshot wounds to his body.  Melancon was transported to a local hospital where he later died.

As a result of the ongoing investigation, Detective Desmond Pratt positively identified and arrested 20-year-old Leavell Marsh, 21-year-old Karl Dauphine, and 17-year-old Kyle Conerly for (1) count of second-degree murder and (1) count of attempted second-degree murder.

This morning, 26-year-old Tameka Dauphine was arrested and booked with Conspiring and principle to second-degree murder. An arrest warrant has been issued for 22-year-old Aaron Russell for Conspiring and principle to second-degree murder.

Citizens with information that can help solve this crime are asked to call CRIMESTOPPERS at 822-1111, toll-free 1-877-903-STOP(7867). You could receive a cash reward of up to $2,500 for information leading to the arrest and indictment of the responsible person(s). You do not have to give your name nor testify to receive the reward.

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Officer Shereese Harper  

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Officer Hilal B. Williams

New Orleans Police Department

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August 19, 2010

Media Advisory

New Orleans, LA – As required by the Louisiana Supreme Court, the New Orleans Police Department is issuing a public advisory regarding a sobriety checkpoint that will be conducted.

The New Orleans Police Department’s Traffic Division will conduct a sobriety checkpoint tomorrow, August 20, 2010, in the Lakeview/Lake Vista area, beginning at approximately 9:00 A.M., and concluding approximately 5:00 A.M.  Motorists will experience minimal delays and should have proper documentation, i.e., proof of insurance, and a valid driver’s license if requested.

The New Orleans Police Department would like to, as always remind motorists to drink responsibly and use a designated driver.

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Officer Shereese Harper

August 19, 2010

Media Advisory

New Orleans, LA – As required by the Louisiana Supreme Court, the New Orleans Police Department is issuing a public advisory regarding a sobriety checkpoint that will be conducted.

The New Orleans Police Department’s Traffic Division will conduct a sobriety checkpoint tomorrow, August 20, 2010, at approximately 9:00 P.M., and concluding at approximately 5:00 A.M.  Motorists will experience minimal delays and should have proper documentation, i.e., proof of insurance, and a valid driver’s license if requested.

The New Orleans Police Department would like to, as always remind motorists to drink responsibly and use a designated driver.

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Officer Shereese Harper

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You will receive an email welcoming you to the NOLA Ready system.  The email will contain your NOLA Ready password.  When you receive the email you should log into NOLA Ready and change your password to something that is easy for you to remember. 

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Thank you,

August 19, 2010

NOPD First District Officers Making Mid City a Safer Place

New Orleans, LA – Members of the New Orleans Police Department’s First Police District are continuing to take a sedulous step in their initiative to rid mid city of dangerous weapons.  Officers Cooper and Shannon have arrested 21-year-old Rashad Bakewell, 21-year-old Blake Ricks and 19-year-old Cecil Martin in connection with illegal possession of weapon and possession of a stolen firearm.  The offensse occurred on August 18, 2010, at the intersection of

Serpas said, “This is an excellent example of good police work.  The New Orleans Police Department is committed to making the city a safer place for our citizens to live.”

According to investigators, Officers Shannon and Cooper were on proactive patrol in the mid city area when they observed the driver of a silver 2003 Oldsmobile Alero commit numerous traffic infractions.  Once the driver noticed the police car behind him with the lights and sirens activated, the driver refused to pull over.  Officers Shannon and Cooper were able to get the vehicle stopped at the intersection of

Throughout the course of the investigation, the officers recovered a P95 Ruger handgun and a Taurus PT 140 handgun with an obliterated serial number.  Both weapons were checked through the NationalCrimeInformationCenter and the Taurus PT 140 handgun was revealed to be stolen. 

The suspects were transported to Central Lock-up and booked accordingly.

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Officer Shereese Harper