November 1, 2010

New Orleans Police Department-Public information Office

Suspect Arrested For Murder at Burgundy and Saint Louis Streets

New Orleans- The New Orleans Police Department arrested 21-year-old Donovan Carter, wanted in connection with the murder that occurred this morning, at approximately 6:30 A.M., at Burgundy and Saint Louis Streets.  

According to investigators, Eighth District officers responded to a call of “male shot” and upon their arrival found the victim lying on the sidewalk suffering from apparent gunshot wounds to the body. Emergency medical technicians were summoned to the scene, where he was pronounced dead. Eighth and First District officers detained five individuals running from the scene within a short period of time.  Homicide Detectives interviewed these individuals to determine their involvement in the incident.   

During the course of the investigation, Homicide Detective Christopher Harris identified Donovan Carter as the person responsible for the murder.  

Arrested:             Donovan Carter (last known address) 3468

Arrested for:       First Degree Murder

The New Orleans Police Department, under the leadership of Superintendent Ronal W. Serpas, is engaged in a complete transformation in its approach to policing to ensure that New Orleans is a safer place. The entire police force, which currently employs 1,735 officers and support staff, is committed to accountability, transparency, integrity and collaboration to provide professional quality care and service to New Orleanians and New Orleans’ visitors. Anyone who has crime to report should call CRIMESTOPPERS at 822-1111, toll-free 1-877-903-STOP (7867) any time. To learn more about the NOPD and our services, visit http://www.cityofno.com/portals/portal50/portal.aspx  and visit us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/home.php?  

Officer Janssen Valencia

November 1, 2010

New Orleans Police Department-Public information Office

Suspect Arrested For Murder on

New Orleans- The New Orleans Police Department arrested 21-year-old Alvin Jackson, wanted in connection with the murder that occurred on April 22, 2010, shortly before 1:00 A.M., in the 2400 block of

According to investigators, Fifth District officers responded to a call of a “shooting” and upon their arrival found the 39-year-old victim lying on the side walk suffering from a gunshot wound to the head. Emergency medical technicians were summoned to the scene, where he was pronounced dead.

During the course of the investigation, Homicide Detective Timothy Bender identified Alvin Jackson as one of the persons responsible for the murder and secured an arrest warrant. This morning Alvin Jackson was arrested by members of NOPD’s Special Operations Division (Violent Offenders Warrant Squad) and the FBI.  Alvin Jackson was arrested without incident at

Alvin Jackson was transported to Central Lock Up and booked with (1) Count of Second Degree Murder.  

Two other suspects Bryson McDonald and Blain McDonald were arrested in April of this year. Both Blain and Bryson McDonald were booked with second degree murder in connection with this incident.

The New Orleans Police Department, under the leadership of Superintendent Ronal W. Serpas, is engaged in a complete transformation in its approach to policing to ensure that New Orleans is a safer place. The entire police force, which currently employs 1,735 officers and support staff, is committed to accountability, transparency, integrity and collaboration to provide professional quality care and service to New Orleanians and New Orleans’ visitors. Anyone who has crime to report should call CRIMESTOPPERS at 822-1111, toll-free 1-877-903-STOP (7867) any time. To learn more about the NOPD and our services, visit http://www.cityofno.com/portals/portal50/portal.aspx  and visit us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/home.php?  

Officer Janssen Valencia

November 1, 2010

Murder Investigation

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New Orleans/>, LA/>/> – Members of the New Orleans Police Department are investigating the apparent shooting death of an unidentified male.  The offense occurred at approximately 6:40 A.M., at Burgundy/>/> and Saint Louis Streets.    

According to investigators, Eighth District officers responded to a call of “male shot” and upon their arrival found the victim lying on the sidewalk that had been shot.  Emergency Medical Paramedics were summoned to the scene where the victim was pronounced dead.

Eighth District officers detained five individuals running from the scene.  Homicide Detectives are questioning these individuals to determine their involvement in the incident.    

Currently, investigators are in the process of gathering evidence and information to identify the person(s) involved in this incident, as well as a motive.  Homicide Detective Christopher Harris is in charge of the investigation.  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.

The New Orleans Police Department, under the leadership of Superintendent Ronal W. Serpas/>, is engaged in a complete transformation in its approach to ensuring that New Orleans/>/> is a safer place to live, work and visit.  The police force, which currently employs 1,735 dedicated men and women, is committed to transparency, accountability, collaboration and integrity.  To learn more about the NOPD and our services, visit http://www.cityofno.com/portals/portal50/portal.aspx  

and visit us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/home.php?. 

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Officer Garry Flot   

November 1, 2010

Murder Investigation

New Orleans, LA – Members of the New Orleans Police Department are investigating the apparent shooting death of an unidentified male.  The offense occurred at approximately 6:40 A.M., at Bourbon and Saint Louis Streets.    

According to investigators, Eighth District officers responded to a call of “male shot” and upon their arrival found the victim lying on the sidewalk that had been shot.  Emergency Medical Paramedics were summoned to the scene where the victim was pronounced dead.

Eighth District officers detained five individuals running from the scene.  Homicide Detectives are questioning these individuals to determine their involvement in the incident.    

Currently, investigators are in the process of gathering evidence and information to identify the person(s) involved in this incident, as well as a motive.  Homicide Detective Christopher Harris is in charge of the investigation.  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.

The New Orleans Police Department, under the leadership of Superintendent Ronal W. Serpas, is engaged in a complete transformation in its approach to ensuring that New Orleans is a safer place to live, work and visit.  The police force, which currently employs 1,735 dedicated men and women, is committed to transparency, accountability, collaboration and integrity.  To learn more about the NOPD and our services, visit http://www.cityofno.com/portals/portal50/portal.aspx  

and visit us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/home.php?. 

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Officer Garry Flot   

November 1, 2010

New Orleans PoliceDepartment- Public Information Office

Suspect Arrested for Aggravated Battery by Shooting in the 3200 block of Prytania Street   

New Orleans-The New Orleans Police Department’s Sixth District Detectives arrested 26-year-old Quinnan Adams, in connection with a shooting that occurred this morning, at about 5:00 A.M., in the 3200 block of Prytania Street.  

According to investigators, officers responded to a call of a “male shot” and upon arrival, officers learned that the victim had been shot in the hand. The 42-year-old victim was transported to a local hospital to be treated for his injury and was listed in stable condition.

During the course of the investigation, Detectives identified Quinnan Adams as the person responsible for the shooting and booked him with aggravated battery by shooting.

Arrested:                    26-year–old Quinnan Adams (last known address:

Arrested For:             Aggravated Battery by Shooting.

The New Orleans Police Department, under the leadership of Superintendent Ronal W. Serpas, is engaged in a complete transformation in its approach to policing to ensure that New Orleans is a safer place. The entire police force, which currently employs 1,735 officers and support staff, is committed to accountability, transparency, integrity and collaboration to provide professional quality care and service to New Orleanians and New Orleans’ visitors. Anyone who has crime to report should call CRIMESTOPPERS at 822-1111, toll-free 1-877-903-STOP (7867) any time. To learn more about the NOPD and our services, visit http://www.cityofno.com/portals/portal50/portal.aspx  and visit us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/home.php?  

Officer Janssen Valencia

                                                              November 1, 2010

New Orleans Police Department-Public Information Office

NOPD Seeks Shooting Suspect

New Orleans, LA -The New Orleans Police Department’s Eighth District Investigative Unit is requesting the public’s assistance in locating and identifying a suspect wanted in connection with the shooting of a 20-year-old male.  The offense occurred shortly after 1:00 A.M., in the 100 block of

According to investigators, officers were in the 100 block of

Currently, investigators are in the process of gathering evidence and information to identify the person(s) involved in this incident, as well as a motive.

The New Orleans Police Department, under the leadership of Superintendent Ronal W. Serpas, is engaged in a complete transformation in its approach to policing to ensure that New Orleans is a safer place. The entire police force, which currently employs 1,735 officers and support staff, is committed to accountability, transparency, integrity and collaboration to provide professional quality care and service to New Orleanians and New Orleans’ visitors. Anyone who has crime to report should call CRIMESTOPPERS at 822-1111, toll-free 1-877-903-STOP (7867) any time. To learn more about the NOPD and our services, visit http://www.cityofno.com/portals/portal50/portal.aspx  and visit us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/home.php?

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Contact

Name: Officer Shereese Harper

Email address: srharper@nola.gov

Cell phone #: 504-312-1953

October 31, 2010

New Orleans Police Department-Public Information Office

NOPD Homicide Division Investigating Stabbing Death on Dauphine

New Orleans –The New Orleans Police Department’s Homicide Division is investigating the stabbing death of a 23-year-old Metairie man.  The name of the victim is being withheld pending notification of family members.  The incident occurred shortly after 3:30 A.M., at the intersection of Dauphine and Iberville Streets.

According to investigators, Eighth District officers received a call of a “male stabbed” and upon arrival, officers located the victim lying in the street suffering from multiple stab wounds to his body.  Emergency medical technicians transported the victim to University hospital where he later died.

The preliminary investigation indicates that the victim and his wife were walking near the intersection of Dauphine and Iberville Streets when an unknown African-American male drove along side of the couple and began yelling inappropriate comments towards the victim’s wife.  As a result of the suspect yelling inappropriate comments, a verbal and physical altercation ensued between the suspect and victim’s wife.  The victim sustained several stab wounds while trying to break up the fight.  The suspect then got back into his vehicle and fled on

The suspect is described as an African-American male about 35-years-old, approximately 5’7” in height, 165 to 170 pounds, baldhead and a short beard, wearing a light colored long sleeve shirt, blue jeans and alligator boots.  The suspect’s vehicle is described as dark colored SUV, possibly a late model with a broken passenger mirror.

The New Orleans Police Department, under the leadership of Superintendent Ronal W. Serpas, is engaged in a complete transformation in its approach to policing to ensure that New Orleans is a safer place. The entire police force, which currently employs 1,735 officers and support staff, is committed to accountability, transparency, integrity and collaboration to provide professional quality care and service to New Orleanians and New Orleans’ visitors. Anyone who has crime to report should call CRIMESTOPPERS at 822-1111, toll-free 1-877-903-STOP (7867) any time. To learn more about the NOPD and our services, visit http://www.cityofno.com/portals/portal50/portal.aspx  and visit us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/home.php?

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Contact

Name: Officer Shereese Harper

Email address: srharper@nola.gov

Cell phone #: 504-312-1953

October 30, 2010

New Orleans Police Department-Public Information Office

NOPD Seeks Suspect Wanted in Shooting

New Orleans, LA -The New Orleans Police Department’s Seventh District Investigative Unit is requesting the public’s assistance in locating an unknown African-American male, wanted in connection with the shooting of a 37-year-old female and a 41-year-old female.   The offense occurred shortly after 11:00 A.M., at a trailer park, at the intersection of

According to investigators, Seventh District officers received a call of two females shot, and upon arrival, the officers located both victims inside of a trailer.  The 37-year-old female was suffering from a gunshot wound to her chest and the 41-year-old female was suffering from a gunshot wound to her stomach and leg.  Emergency medical technicians transported both victims to a local hospital to be treated for their injuries.

The preliminary investigation indicates that the victims were the intended targets.  Investigators are looking for an African-American male driving an older model white Dodge pick-up truck bearing North Carolina plates.

Seventh District Detective Greg Powell is in charge of the investigation.

The New Orleans Police Department, under the leadership of Superintendent Ronal W. Serpas, is engaged in a complete transformation in its approach to policing to ensure that New Orleans is a safer place. The entire police force, which currently employs 1,735 officers and support staff, is committed to accountability, transparency, integrity and collaboration to provide professional quality care and service to New Orleanians and New Orleans’ visitors. Anyone who has crime to report should call CRIMESTOPPERS at 822-1111, toll-free 1-877-903-STOP (7867) any time. To learn more about the NOPD and our services, visit http://www.cityofno.com/portals/portal50/portal.aspx  and visit us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/home.php?

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Contact

Name: Officer Shereese Harper

Email address: srharper@nola.gov

Cell phone #: 504-312-1953

October 30, 2010

New Orleans Police Department-Public Information Office

NOPD Investigating Fatality

New Orleans -The New Orleans Police Department’s Fatality Section is investigating an automobile fatality that left a 19-year-old male dead and a 35-year-old male in critical condition.  The name of the deceased is being withheld, pending notification of family members.  The accident occurred shortly before 12:00 A.M., at the intersection of Interstate 10 West at

According to investigators, the driver of a late model Ford F-150 pick-up truck was traveling westbound on Interstate 10, and for reasons unknown, apparently lost control of his vehicle and struck the driver of a late model Chevrolet Venture that was parked on the shoulder of Interstate 10. 

Emergency medical technicians arrived on the scene and pronounced the 19-year-old male dead.  The driver of the Ford F-150 pick-up truck was transported to a local hospital where he is listed in critical condition.

An autopsy will be performed to determine the exact cause of death and whether alcohol was a factor in this accident.    No charges have been filed and the cause of the accident is unknown.  The accident remains under investigation. 

Fatality Investigator, Richard Blackmon is in charge of the investigation.

The New Orleans Police Department, under the leadership of Superintendent Ronal W. Serpas, is engaged in a complete transformation in its approach to policing to ensure that New Orleans is a safer place. The entire police force, which currently employs 1,735 officers and support staff, is committed to accountability, transparency, integrity and collaboration to provide professional quality care and service to New Orleanians and New Orleans’ visitors. Anyone who has crime to report should call CRIMESTOPPERS at 822-1111, toll-free 1-877-903-STOP (7867) any time. To learn more about the NOPD and our services, visit http://www.cityofno.com/portals/portal50/portal.aspx  and visit us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/home.php?

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Contact

Name: Officer Shereese Harper

Email address: srharper@nola.gov

Cell phone #: 504-312-1953

October 29, 2010

 New Orleans Police Department-Public Information Office

NOPD Sergeant Reassigned to Administrative Desk Duties

New Orleans –Today, Superintendent of Police Ronal Serpas stated that Sergeant Omar Diaz has been reassigned to administrative desk duties pending the outcome of an investigation relative to Domestic Violence. Prior to his reassignment, Sergeant Omar Diaz was assigned to the Public Integrity Bureau.

 As a result of the initial incident report completed by the New Orleans’s Police Department’s Public Integrity Bureau, Deputy Chief Arlinda Westbrook determined that the New Orleans Police Department’s Domestic Violence Section should conduct the investigation.  The Independent Police Monitor and the District Attorney’s office will also review the case in order to maintain transparency and independence.

The New Orleans Police Department, under the leadership of Superintendent Ronal W. Serpas, is engaged in a complete transformation in its approach to policing to ensure that New Orleans is a safer place. The entire police force, which currently employs 1,735 officers and support staff, is committed to accountability, transparency, integrity and collaboration to provide professional quality care and service to New Orleanians and New Orleans’ visitors. Anyone who has crime to report should call CRIMESTOPPERS at 822-1111, toll-free 1-877-903-STOP (7867) any time. To learn more about the NOPD and our services, visit http://www.cityofno.com/portals/portal50/portal.aspx  and visit us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/home.php?

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Contact

Name: Officer Shereese Harper

Email address: srharper@nola.gov

Cell phone #: 504-312-1953

October 29, 2010

New Orleans Police Department – Public Information Office

Information Sought for Aggravated Rape

New Orleans - The New Orleans Police Department is requesting the public’s assistance in locating and identifying a suspect wanted in connection for an aggravated rape.  The offense occurred on October 29, 2010, in the 9300 block of

According to investigators, the 20-year-old male victim was at a hotel where he was sexually assaulted by an acquaintance.

The suspect is described as an African American male, approximately 160 pounds and approximately 5’6” in height.  The suspect’s first name may possibly be Derrick or have a nickname of “D”.    

Sex Crimes Detectives are in charge of the investigation and can be reached at 658-5521.

Citizens with information that can help solve this crime are asked to call CRIMESTOPPERS at 822-1111 or 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.

The New Orleans Police Department, under the leadership of Superintendent Ronal W. Serpas, is engaged in a complete transformation in its approach to ensuring that New Orleans is a safer place to live, work and visit.  The police force, which currently employs 1,735 dedicated men and women, is committed to transparency, accountability, collaboration and integrity.  To learn more about the NOPD and our services, visit http://www.cityofno.com/portals/portal50/portal.aspx  and visit us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/home.php?.  

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Officer Hilal Williams   

October 29, 2010

New Orleans Police Department – Public Information Office

 Suspect Arrested for Sexual Battery

New Orleans – Members of the New Orleans Police Department have arrested 17-year-old Gordon Gabriel, for a sexual battery that occurred on October 24, 2010, at approximately 5:00 P.M., in the 3400 block of Garden Oaks Drive.

According to investigators, the 5-year-old victim was playing outside when she was sexually assaulted by the perpetrator.  The mother of the child notified police on October 28, 2010 who immediately began their investigation. 

Gabriel, an acquaintance to the victim, was positively identified on scene as the person responsible for the sexual assault.  Gabriel was arrested and booked with sexual battery.

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.

The New Orleans Police Department, under the leadership of Superintendent Ronal W. Serpas, is engaged in a complete transformation in its approach to ensuring that New Orleans is a safer place to live, work and visit.  The police force, which currently employs 1,735 dedicated men and women, is committed to transparency, accountability, collaboration and integrity.  To learn more about the NOPD and our services, visit http://www.cityofno.com/portals/portal50/portal.aspx  and visit us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/home.php?

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Officer Hilal Williams

October 28, 2010

New Orleans Police Department-Public Information Office

NOPD Violent Criminal Abatement Team Continue to Take Violent                             Repeat Offenders off our City Streets

New Orleans – The New Orleans Police Department's Violent Criminal Abatement Team has taken two more violent repeat offenders off our city streets. The Violent Criminal Abatement Team has arrested 18-year-old Devin Morgan distribution of crack cocaine and 33-year-old Sherry Serpas for possession of crack cocaine.  These offenders were apprehended on October 21, 2010, at a known location in the Lower Ninth Ward.

Superintendent of Police Ronal Serpas said, "With the continued help from the community, The New Orleans Police Department will continue to take strides in taking violent repeat offenders and drugs off our city streets."

According to investigators, the VCAT received vital information from several concerned citizens that Devin Morgan and Sherry Serpas was involved illegal narcotic trafficking in the Lower Ninth Ward near a playground.  As a result of the information received from concerned citizens, the VCAT set up video surveillance within the block and observed Morgan walk out of the park and walk up to Serpas' vehicle as she drove towards him.  Morgan and Serpas engaged into a hand-to-hand transaction and Serpas left the area in her vehicle.

Both suspects were immediately apprehended a short distance away.  Morgan was arrested for possession with the intent to distribute crack cocaine and Serpas was arrested for possession of crack cocaine.  The arrested subjects were transported to Central-Lock-up and booked accordingly.

The New Orleans Police Department, under the leadership of Superintendent Ronal W. Serpas, is engaged in a complete transformation in its approach to policing to ensure that New Orleans is a safer place. The entire police force, which currently employs 1,735 officers and support staff, is committed to accountability, transparency, integrity and collaboration to provide professional quality care and service to New Orleanians and New Orleans’ visitors. Anyone who has crime to report should call CRIMESTOPPERS at 822-1111, toll-free 1-877-903-STOP (7867) any time. To learn more about the NOPD and our services, visit http://www.cityofno.com/portals/portal50/portal.aspx and visit us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/home.php?

Contact

Name: Officer Shereese Harper

Email address: srharper@nola.gov

Cell phone #: 504-312-1953

                                                           October 28, 2010

New Orleans Police Department-Public Information Office

NOPD Second District Investigative Unit Takes Repeat Offender off City Streets

New Orleans -The New Orleans Police Department’s Second District Investigative Unit continue their efforts to take repeat offenders off our city streets.  The Second District Investigative Unit arrested 50-year-old Keith Warner, wanted in connection theft, possession of stolen property and aggravated criminal damage to property.  The offense occurred on October 26, 2010, shortly after 4:00 A.M., in the 4615 of

Superintendent of Police Ronal Serpas said, “The New Orleans Police Department will continue to work hand in hand with the District Attorney’s office to remove repeat offenders from our communities.”

On October 26, 2010, shortly before 4:00 A.M., the suspect forced entry into the victim’s residence while the victim was inside asleep and removed some of the victim’s personal belongings along with the victim’s car keys.  The suspect exited the victim’s residence and drove off in the victim’s 1999 red Honda Civic.  Once the victim woke up later that morning, he immediately notified the police to report the incident.

Later on, shortly after 3:00 P.M., Second District Officers Burns and Weir were on patrol when they observed the victim’s red Honda Civic parked near the intersection of Eden and South Rendon Streets.  Officers Burns contacted detectives who immediately relocated to the area and set up a static surveillance of the vehicle. 

A short time later, Warner got into the vehicle and drove away.  Those officers who were in the area attempted to stop Warner by activating their lights and sirens.  Warner intentionally eluded the officers and ignored their numerous commands to stop by accelerating the vehicle, driving in a reckless manner, resulting in Warner damaging the vehicle as a result of striking a pothole. Subsequently, Warner jumped from the moving vehicle and attempted to flee on foot where he was captured by surrounding officers.

Warner has an extreme arrest and conviction history for burglary.  Warner is currently on parole in Jefferson Parish for a burglary conviction, and has served more than 14 years in prison for burglaries ranging from New Orleans, Louisiana to Baton Rouge, Louisiana.

As a result of the officers alert and diligent work, another repeat offender has been removed from our city streets. 

The New Orleans Police Department, under the leadership of Superintendent Ronal W. Serpas, is engaged in a complete transformation in its approach to policing to ensure that New Orleans is a safer place. The entire police force, which currently employs 1,735 officers and support staff, is committed to accountability, transparency, integrity and collaboration to provide professional quality care and service to New Orleanians and New Orleans’ visitors. Anyone who has crime to report should call CRIMESTOPPERS at 822-1111, toll-free 1-877-903-STOP (7867) any time. To learn more about the NOPD and our services, visit http://www.cityofno.com/portals/portal50/portal.aspx and visit us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/home.php.

Contact

Name: Officer Shereese Harper

Email address: srharper@nola.gov

Cell phone #: 504-312-1953

October 27, 2010

New Orleans Police Department-Public Information Office

NOPD Seeks Suspect Wanted for Armed Robbery

New Orleans- The New Orleans Police Department’s Eighth District Investigative Unit is seeking the public’s assistance in the identification of an unknown, African-American male, wanted in connection with an armed robbery that occurred on October 13, 2010, shortly after 4:00 A.M., in the 800 block of Dauphine Street.

According to Investigators, the suspect approached the victim, brandished a handgun and demanded the victim’s purse.  Once the victim met with the suspect’s demands, the suspect fled with the victim’s purse on Dauphine Street towards Canal Street and then unknown.

As a result of the ongoing investigation, Eighth District Detective Willie Jenkins was able to retrieve video surveillance footage of the suspect using the victim’s credit card at a local gas station.

The suspect is described as an African-American male wearing a black shirt and black pants with a dark colored bandana over the lower part of his face.

Attached is a copy of the surveillance video.

The New Orleans Police Department, under the leadership of Superintendent Ronal W. Serpas/>, is engaged in a complete transformation in its approach to policing to ensure that New Orleans is a safer place. The entire police force, which currently employs 1,735 officers and support staff, is committed to accountability, transparency, integrity and collaboration to provide professional quality care and service to New Orleanians and New Orleans’ visitors. Anyone who has crime to report should call CRIMESTOPPERS at 822-1111, toll-free 1-877-903-STOP (7867) any time. To learn more about the NOPD and our services, visit http://www.cityofno.com/portals/portal50/portal.aspx and visit us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/home.php.

Contact

Name: Officer Shereese Harper

Email address: srharper@cityofno.com

Cell phone #: 504-312-1953

October 25, 2010

New Orleans Police Department-Public Information Office

NOPD’S Special Operations Division Task Force Unit Booked

22 Suspects Last Week

New Orleans- In one week’s time the Special Operations Division (S.O.D) Task Force Unit investigated 192 complaints, yielding 22 arrests for 23 Felonies, 59 Misdemeanors and 2 Municipal violations.  Officers conducted 77 vehicle stops and made 9 Traffic arrests.  The unit made 6 Narcotic cases, conducted 60 wanted checks, and made 165 pedestrian contacts. They wrote 79 reports and confiscated 34.31 grams of Marijuana. 

“These results could not have been this successful without the involvement of citizens who want to live in neighborhoods free of crime. We will continue to respond to their calls until everyone gets the message that crime will not be tolerated and criminals will be caught and suffer consequences for their actions” Said Superintendent of Police Ronal Serpas.

These results are from October 17, 2010 thru October 23, 2010.

On 10-14-10 Officers conducted a traffic stop in the 3300 Block of Olive Street.  A check of the driver’s name, 22-year-old Anthony Knighten revealed that he was driving on a suspended driver’s license.  Officers placed Knighten under arrest.  A search incidental to arrest revealed Knighten to be in possession of three (3) bags of marijuana. Knighten was charged with Possession of Marijuana and traffic violations.

    On 10-18-10 Officers conducted a traffic stop in the 1000 Block of Esplanade Ave and smelled the burning marijuana coming from the vehicle.  Officers ordered the driver, 22-year-old Jacquan Davis out of the vehicle.  As Davis exited the vehicle, he discarded a plastic bag containing marijuana to the ground.  A search incidental to arrest revealed another plastic bag containing marijuana in Davis’ right front pants pocket. The marijuana was purple marijuana.   Davis was arrested and charged with Possession of Marijuana and traffic violations.

     On 10-20-10 56-year-old Kenneth Jones, was located and arrested. Jones was wanted by the NOPD Child Abuse Unit for Sexual Battery (2 counts victim 1 – 1 count victim 2) the incident occurred on 8-30-10. 

     On 10-21-10 18-year-old Kamal Watts, was arrested at

    On 10-21-10 17-year-old Terrell Muse, was arrested at

     On 10-21-10 22-year-old Deshonte Felo, was arrested at

     On 10-21-10 a known 16 year old Juvenile was arrested. The known juvenile was wanted for a Simple Burglary and an Aggravated Assault in the 6400 block of

      On 10-21-10 Officers conducted a traffic stop at the intersection of Newton and Vallette Streets.  Officers observed 20-year-old Kevin Thomas attempt to conceal a bag containing marijuana behind the front seat in the passenger compartment of the vehicle.  Thomas and his aunt, 23-year-old Ishacoyah Adeyanju were ordered out from the vehicle and placed under arrest.  A search incidental to arrest located an additional bag containing marijuana in the center console and a Smith & Wesson .40 caliber handgun near the driver’s seat.  A second weapon, a Ruger .9mm handgun, was discovered in the back seat.  Adeyanju was charged with Possession of Marijuana and Illegal Possession of a Firearm During Crime (narcotics). Thomas was charged with Possession of Marijuana.

   On 10-22-10 an Officer conducted a traffic stop at the intersection of Canal and Elks.  A check of the driver’s name, 26-year-old Tyrone Watts revealed that he was wanted by Jefferson Parish Sheriff’s Office.  Watts was placed under arrest.  A search incidental to arrest revealed a white piece of paper containing marijuana in Watts’ front pants pocket.  Watts was charged with Possession of Marijuana and traffic violations.

     On 10-22-10 Officers observed a vehicle bearing a Mississippi license plate, parked in front of

     On 10-22-10 Officers conducted a traffic stop at the intersection of

     On 10-22-10 47-year-old Carl Primas, was located and arrested. Primas was wanted by the Child Abuse Unit for Sexual Battery and indecent Behavior with a Juvenile from 12-15-06.         

Since July of 2010, Officers investigated approximately 2,203 complaints, executed approximately 11 Search Warrants, made approximately 279 Felony cases, conducted approximately 934 vehicle checks, issued approximately 91citations, made approximately 62 Narcotics cases, confiscated approximately 40 guns and numerous amounts of Illegal Substances. 

The New Orleans Police Department, under the leadership of Superintendent Ronal W. Serpas, is engaged in a complete transformation in its approach to policing to ensure that New Orleans is a safer place. The entire police force, which currently employs 1,735 officers and support staff, is committed to accountability, transparency, integrity and collaboration to provide professional quality care and service to New Orleanians and New Orleans’ visitors. Anyone who has crime to report should call CRIMESTOPPERS at 822-1111, toll-free 1-877-903-STOP (7867) any time. To learn more about the NOPD and our services, visit http://www.cityofno.com/portals/portal50/portal.aspx  and visit us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/home.php? 

Janssen Valencia   

October 25, 2010

New Orleans Police Department-Public Information Office

 NOPD Continues to Make New Orleans a Safer City through Community Crime Walk

New Orleans – The New Orleans Police Department’s Field Operations Bureau cordially invite you to join in our citywide community anti-crime walk.  This event provides our citizens with the opportunity to assist in combating crime as well as nurture and cultivate an increasingly positive relationship with the police and other citizens.  The walk will be held simultaneously in all police districts to show and enhance the solidarity of our efforts throughout New Orleans.

Superintendent of Police Ronal Serpas said, “The citizens of New Orleans are our number priority and the New Orleans Police Department is dedicated to making our great city one of the safest cities in America.”

The event is scheduled for October 27, 2010, at 6:30 P.M.  The media is invited and encouraged to attend. The following is a break down of the locations targeted by the districts:

FIRST DISTRICT
Start at N. Tonti and

SECOND DISTRICT
We will begin and end at 

THIRD DISTRICT

We will be conducting the walk in the IndianVillage neighborhood. The walk will begin and end at the intersection of Old Gentilly Boulevard and

FOURTH DISTRICT
Meet at Tullis and Timber Ridge. Take the 1^st street

FIFTH DISTRICT

The Fifth District Crime Walk will begin at

lake bound on Franklin to Jonquil,

Uptown bound on Jonquil towards Clematis.

Make a left on Clematis in a river bound direction, past Brown Derby #4 to Acacia

Left on Acacia in a downtown direction towards

Left in a lake bound direction on Lotus towards Lavender

Left in an uptown direction on Lavender towards Franklin Avenue and ending back in front of the school.

SIXTH DISTRICT

The walk will begin at the location of

While in Burke Park, we will have a second group that will continue to walk from the park on

SEVENTH DISTRICT

The 7^th District has selected the Lake Bullard Neighborhood Group for the upcoming crime walk on 10-27-10, beginning at 6:30pm. Our officers will meet Mrs. Lisa Stafford and her neighbors at Bullard @ Midpoint. We will travel down Midpoint to Beaver, Beaver to Aspodel, Aspodel to Fernley, Fernley to Bullard, then back to Midpoint.

EIGHTH DISTRICT

Begin at Esplanade Avenue and Frenchman Street, ?proceed down Frenchman Street to Royal Street (3 blocks), ?turn left on Royal Street to Esplanade Avenue (3 blocks), ?turn left on Esplanade Avenue to Decatur Street (2 blocks), ?turn right on Decatur Street (one block) and end at Decatur Street and Barracks Street.

The New Orleans Police Department, under the leadership of Superintendent Ronal W. Serpas, is engaged in a complete transformation in its approach to policing to ensure that New Orleans is a safer place. The entire police force, which currently employs 1,735 officers and support staff, is committed to accountability, transparency, integrity and collaboration to provide professional quality care and service to New Orleanians and New Orleans’ visitors. Anyone who has crime to report should call CRIMESTOPPERS at 822-1111, toll-free 1-877-903-STOP (7867) any time. To learn more about the NOPD and our services, visit http://www.cityofno.com/portals/portal50/portal.aspx and visit us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/home.php.

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Contact

Name: Officer Shereese Harper

Email address: srharper@cityofno.com

Cell phone #: 504-312-1953

Members of the Sixth District Investigations Unit are currently investigating two shootings which occurred on Saturday, 10/23/2010. A gist of each incident is included below.

Shooting (Domestic)– 1900 blk Annunciation – 10/23/10 at 4:45pm

On 10/23/10 at 445pm, Sixth District officers were dispatched to Touro/> Hospital/>/> in reference to a shooting victim that arrived in the Emergency Room.  During the course of the investigation, officers learned the male victim was involved in an altercation with his girlfriend at their residence in the 1900 blk of Annunciation. During the altercation, the perpetrator (Shana Martin, Black Female, date of birth 10/1/68)  retrieved a handgun from her bedroom and fired one round, striking the victim in his abdomen. 

Detectives were able to arrest Shana Martin without incident and they retrieved the firearm used in the shooting.  For a photo of Martin, or to follow the progression of this case in the court system, you can log onto the Sheriffs Office website at www.opcso.org and select "Inmate Query" or "Docket Master" from the menu.

Shooting – 3100 Erato– 10/23/10 9:43pm

On 10/23/10, at 9:43pm, Sixth District officers responded to a call of “shots fired” in the 3100 block of

Erato Street. Detectives arriving on the scene learned the following during their investigation:

A large party took place at the newly opened Crescent City Boxing Gym, located at 3101 Erato.  The party was attended by approximately 100 teenagers. State Agents from the Louisiana Alcohol and Tobacco Control (ATC) were hired by the gym to proved security for the party.  The agents informed investigating NOPD Detectives that at 9:40pm, a large fight took place involving 10-15 teenagers inside the building.  The agents escorted 2 subjects outside that were involved in the fight. While escorting these subjects,  they heard several gunshots.  The agents checked the area for victims and perpetrators, at which time they located 3 victims suffering from gunshot wounds.  No perpetrators were located.  The three teenagers were transported to University/> Hospital by EMS./>/>

Detectives learned 3 additional victims were shot and transported to area hospitals by private conveyance, for a total of 6 victims.

Sixth District Detectives are actively working this case.   If you have any information regarding the shooter(s) in this case, please contact the 6th District Investigation Unit at 504-658-6060, or Crimestoppers at 504-822-1111.

Matt Patin / 6th Dist DIU/> Staff

October 20, 2010

New Orleans Police Department – Public Information Office

Suspects Wanted for Theft

New Orleans – Members of the New Orleans Police Department are requesting the public's assistance in locating and identifying multiple African-American males wanted in connection with a theft of a motorcycle.  The offense occurred on September 29, 2010, at approximately 4:30A.M., in the 500 block of

According to investigators, the suspects entered the property and stole a 2008 blue Kawasaki motorcycle.  The suspects put the motorcycle into a vehicle before fleeing the area in an unknown direction.

The vehicle is described as a white Ford Econoline Cargo van with the license plate located under the passenger side rear window.

Third District Detective Christopher LaBorde is in charge of the investigation and can be reached at 658-6030.

Photos of the suspect were captured on a video surveillance camera and have been sent with this release in the form of an attachment.

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

The New Orleans Police Department, under the leadership of Superintendent Ronal W. Serpas, is engaged in a complete transformation in its approach to ensuring that New Orleans is a safer place to live, work and visit.  The police force, which currently employs 1,735 dedicated men and women, is committed to transparency, accountability, collaboration and integrity.  To learn more about the NOPD and our services, visit http://www.cityofno.com/portals/portal50/portal.aspx and visit us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/home.php.

Officer Hilal Williams

October 18, 2010

New Orleans Police Department-Public Information Office

S.O.D. Task Force Unit Booked 23 Suspects Last Week

The Special Operations Division Task Force Unit investigated 144 complaints, made 23 arrests for 29 Felonies, 65 Misdemeanors and 3 Municipal violations.  Officers conducted 70 vehicle stops and made 1 Traffic arrest.  The unit made 1 Narcotics case, conducted 97 wanted checks and made 146 pedestrian contacts. They wrote 93 reports and confiscated   1.0 gram of Crack Cocaine.  These results are from October 10, 2010 thru October 16, 2010.

Chief Serpas said, “The devotion these officers display for their work can be measured in the totality of the results they obtain”.   

    On 10/11/10, Officers conducted a traffic stop in the 3000 block of

    On 10/11/10, a known 16 year old African American male was wanted for Simple Robbery at

    On 10/13/10, 35-year-old Shawne Jackson was wanted by the Sex Crimes Unit for Forcible Rape and Oral Sexual Battery at

  On 10/13/10, 21-year-old Michael Williams was wanted by the Sex Crimes Unit for Forcible Rape at

   On 10/14/10, 24 year-old Kenneth Clark was arrested by the Violent Offenders Warrant Squad and U.S. Marshals for murder in Jefferson Parish. He was located at

   On 10/14/10, 45-year-old Trent Bunn was wanted for Aggravated Battery at

  On 10/15/10, 19-year-old Kentay Lamothe was wanted for Attempted Murder in the 1900 block of

  On 10/15/10, 21-year-old Dylan Rosevear was wanted by the Sex Crimes Unit for Simple Rape at

    On 10/15/10, Members of The Special Operations Division Tactical Platoons conducted an undercover operation in the 200 block of

  On 10/16/10, 22-year-old Kevin Mundy was wanted for Residence Burglary at

Since July of 2010, Officers investigated approximately 2,011 complaints, executed approximately 11 Search Warrants, made approximately 256 Felony cases, conducted approximately 857 vehicle checks, issued approximately 79 citations, made approximately 56 Narcotics cases, confiscated approximately 37 guns and numerous amounts of Illegal Substances. 

The New Orleans Police Department, under the leadership of Superintendent Ronal W. Serpas, is engaged in a complete transformation in its approach to policing to ensure that New Orleans is a safer place. The entire police force, which currently employs 1,735 officers and support staff, is committed to accountability, transparency, integrity and collaboration to provide professional quality care and service to New Orleanians and New Orleans’ visitors. Anyone who has crime to report should call CRIMESTOPPERS at 822-1111, toll-free 1-877-903-STOP (7867) any time. To learn more about the NOPD and our services, visit http://www.cityofno.com/portals/portal50/portal.aspx  and visit us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/home.php? 

Janssen Valencia   

October 18, 2010

New Orleans Police Department-Public Information Office 

Civil Service Approved Superintendent Serpas’ Unprecedented Request for Enhanced New Recruit Requirements 

New Orleans, La.- In a historic development for the New Orleans Police Department, Superintendent of Police Ronal Serpas today announced that the New Orleans Civil Service Commission has approved the NOPD’s request to require as a minimum qualification of 60 college credit hours (general accredited hours) earned from an accredited college or university to make application to be a Police Recruit.  The only exception to this minimum requirement would be two years of successful military service. These changes are immediately effective.
 
The NOPD and the Civil Service Department will re-open the currently closed Police Recruit Application process on November 29, 2010, with a scheduled Police Recruit examination set for December 18, 2010.
 
Other noteworthy changes: the written exam and the “scenarios” based testing for Police Recruit will be updated and in place by December 1, 2010, the first re-write of these exams in over a decade; candidate’s will have to wait six months if they are unsuccessful before they can reapply, up from the current three months; a timed long distance run has been added, and other additional physical testing increased standards as well.
 
Superintendent Serpas stated, “Today the Civil Service Commission officially approved our request to require 60 hours of college credit as a minimum qualification for Police Recruits as well as an update of the police recruit testing steps and enhanced physical fitness test.  We appreciate the Commission’s prompt action and agreement with these necessary enhancements to our recruiting efforts.”  

“Enhancing the entry level requirements of Police Recruits is a key component of the transformation of the NOPD that Mayor Landrieu and I have committed to deliver to our community,” Serpas said.

The New Orleans Police Department, under the leadership of Superintendent Ronal W. Serpas, is engaged in a complete transformation in its approach to policing to ensure that New Orleans is a safer place. The entire police force, which currently employs 1,735 officers and support staff, is committed to accountability, transparency, integrity and collaboration to provide professional quality care and service to New Orleanians and New Orleans’ visitors. Anyone who has crime to report should call CRIMESTOPPERS at 822-1111, toll-free 1-877-903-STOP (7867) any time. To learn more about the NOPD and our services, visit http://www.cityofno.com/portals/portal50/portal.aspx  and visit us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/home.php?
 

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Bob Young

The Sixth District will hold its annual community Barbeque this Friday, October 22, 2010 at noon. It will be in the sallyport of the Sixth District Station, located at 1930 Martin Luther King Blvd.  Those who reside or work within the Sixth District are invited to attend the event to have lunch with the officers who serve their communities.

For more information, contact John Favaloro or Joey Joia at 658-6127

Matt Patin / Sixth District

I would like to thank everyone who has participated in our past crime walks and to those who will be participating in our upcoming Crime Walk. The 6^th District will have their 4^th Community Crime Walk on Wednesday, October 27, 2010 at 630pm. The walk will begin at the location of

While in Burke Park, we will have a second group that will continue to walk from the park on

Together as a group, we can make our communities a better place!  Thank You

Sergeant Yolanda Jenkins

6^th District’s Community Coordinator Sergeant

Off: 658-6060

Cell 239-0349

E-Mail ymjenkins@cityofno.com

Matt Patin / Sixth District