November 29, 2010

New Orleans Police Department – Public Information Office

Bayou Classic Holiday/> Weekend

Reduction in Crime

New Orleans/>, LA/>/> – Superintendent Ronal W. Serpas has released uniform crime numbers for this year’s, 2010, Bayou Classic celebration.  The raw data collected represents the period for Thursday, November 25, 2010, through 7:00 A.M., Sunday, November 28, 2010.

In reviewing data, the eighteen (18) reported major U.C.R. crimes, of which fifteen (15) were Property crimes, represent a forty-six (46) percent decrease for the same four day Bayou Classic weekend from 2009. 

Arrests data for the years 2007 through 2010 represent the following:

2007

State Arrests 7

Municipal Arrests 81

Fugitive Arrests 23

Narcotic Arrests 9

Juvenile Arrests (data not available)

Curfew Arrests (data not available)

Summons (data not available)

Total Arrests 120

2008

State Arrests 14

Municipal Arrests 54

Fugitive Arrests 23

Narcotic Arrests 14

Juvenile Arrests (data not available)

Curfew Arrests (data not available)

Summons (data not available)

Total Arrests 105

2009

State Arrests 13

Municipal Arrests 60

Fugitive Arrests 14

Narcotic Arrests 3

Juvenile Arrests (data not available)

Curfew Arrests (data not available)

Summons (data not available)

Total Arrests 106

2010

State Arrests 22

Municipal Arrests 21

Fugitive Arrests 3

Narcotic Arrests 1

Juvenile Arrests 1

Curfew Arrests 48

Summons 12

Total Arrests 108

The 2010 Bayou Classic Deployment Plan was comprehensive, calling for nearly 400 Officers working two 12 hour shifts, with 26 Mounted Officers patrolling the French Quarter, Canal Street and the Central Business District areas; Traffic Officers assigned at key intersections to assist motorists and pedestrians traveling to and from the Superdome; Special Operations Officers assigned to Bourbon Street and French Quarter perimeter coverage; Plainclothes Officers blending in with celebrants; Additional District Officers deployed to argument existing Eighth District Officers in French Quarter, Canal Street, CBD and Superdome corridors.

Superintendent Serpas said, “Despite what we believe at this point was an on-going feud between two men from Baton Rouge that resulted in an aggravated assault, the success of this past weekend was contributed to a Bayou Classic Deployment Plan which included increased personnel to ensure high visibility of police in the French Quarter, Canal Street and the Central Business District areas, the high intensity highway lighting systems on Bourbon Street and strategically placed Sky Watch towers along with the cooperation of all attendees to this event.” 

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Officer Hilal Williams

November 26, 2010

New Orleans Police Department – Public Information Office 

 Murder Investigation 

New Orleans, LA – Members of the New Orleans Police are investigating the apparent shooting death of a 21-year-old local male, whose name is being withheld, pending notification of family members.  The offense occurred shortly before 3:30 A.M., near the intersection of Dauphine and Canal Streets.  

According to investigators, Eighth District officers responded to a call of a "male shot" and, upon their arrival found the victim lying on the sidewalk suffering from apparent multiple gunshot wounds to the body.  Emergency medical technicians were summoned to the scene and transported the victim to a local hospital where he later died.

A preliminary investigation revealed the victim was involved in an altercation with the suspect prior to the shooting. 

Currently, investigators are in the process of gathering evidence and information to identify the person(s) involved in this incident.  Homicide Detective Melanie Dillon is in charge of the investigation and can be reached at 658-5300.  

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.nola.gov/GOVERNMENT/NOPD and visit us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=36519&id=133853236665761&saved#!/pages/New-Orleans-LA/New-Orleans-Police-Department-Official/133853236665761.

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Officer Hilal Williams

November 26, 2010

New Orleans Police Department-Public Information Office

Missing Person

New Orleans, LA – The New Orleans Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance in locating Mr. Shelman Wright of New Orleans, reported missing since Wednesday, November 24, 2010.

According to investigators, Shelman Wright was last seen by his sister, Ms. Caslie Tate, in the latter part of this past September.  Ms Tate stated that she has attempted to contact Shelman numerous times but has been unsuccessful and this behavior is uncharacteristic of him.   

Shelman Tate is described as a 73-year-old African-American male, approximately 5'7", weighing 185 pounds.

Anyone with information that can help locate Shelman Wright should contact the New Orleans Police Department at 821-2222.

A picture of Shelman Wright could not be provided.

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.nola.gov/GOVERNMENT/NOPD and visit us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=36519&id=133853236665761&saved#!/pages/New-Orleans-LA/New-Orleans-Police-Department-Official/133853236665761

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Contact

Name: Officer Shereese Harper

Email address: srharper@cityofno.com

Cell phone #: 504-312-1953

November 26, 2010

New Orleans Police Department – Public Information Office 

 Murder Investigation 

New Orleans, LA – Members of the New Orleans Police are investigating the apparent shooting death of a 21-year-old local male, whose name is being withheld, pending notification of family members.  The offense occurred shortly before 3:30 A.M., near the intersection of Dauphine and Canal Streets.  

According to investigators, Eighth District officers responded to a call of a "male shot" and, upon their arrival found the victim lying on the sidewalk suffering from apparent multiple gunshot wounds to the body.  Emergency medical technicians were summoned to the scene and transported the victim to a local hospital where he later died.

A preliminary investigation revealed the victim was involved in an altercation with the suspect prior to the shooting. 

Currently, investigators are in the process of gathering evidence and information to identify the person(s) involved in this incident.  Homicide Detective Melanie Dillon is in charge of the investigation and can be reached at 658-5300.  

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.nola.gov/GOVERNMENT/NOPD and visit us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=36519&id=133853236665761&saved#!/pages/New-Orleans-LA/New-Orleans-Police-Department-Official/133853236665761.

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Officer Hilal Williams

November 28, 2010

New Orleans Police Department-Public Information Office

Baton Rouge Dispute Ends in Victim Wounded in New Orleans

New Orleans, LA -The New Orleans Police Department’s Eighth District Investigative Unit is investigating the apparent shooting of a 23-year-old Baton Rouge man and a 39-year-old New Orleans man.  The offense occurred shortly after 12:00 A.M., in the 500 block of Bourbon Street.

According to investigators, a 23-year-old man spotted a man who he previously had an altercation with in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, and without provocation, the man brandished a handgun, shot the 23-year-old man in the abdomen also wounding a second victim in the leg.  Emergency medical technicians transported both victims to a local hospital where the 23-year-old man is listed in serious but stable condition and the 39-year-old man is listed in stable condition.

Investigators spoke with the victim’s relatives who stated that he was previously involved in an on going confrontation in Baton Rouge where he was subsequently shot.

Throughout the course of this investigation, Eighth District Detective Michael Flores was able to develop a detailed description of the suspect.  The suspect is described as an African-American male approximately 17-years-old, 5’5” in height, weighing 120 pounds, dark complexion, very low and even haircut, wearing a blue pull over sweat shirt with a hood and black pants.  This suspect is possibly from the Baton Rouge area.

As a result of the New Orleans Bayou Classic coverage, Superintendent Ronal Serpas has increased mounted, bicycle and foot patrols in the French Quarter and downtown area.  The police officers assigned to the New Orleans Bayou Classic Coverage were feet from the shooting and were on the scene within seconds of hearing the gunshots fired.  Officers immediately sealed off the area, processed the scene and eventually allowed patrons back into the block.

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 Link to NOPD Website Portal:

http://www.nola.gov/GOVERNMENT/NOPD or

 http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=36519&id=133853236665761&saved#!/pages/New-Orleans-LA/New-Orleans-Police-Department-Official/133853236665761 

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Contact

Name: Officer Shereese Harper

Email address: srharper@nola.gov

Cell phone #: 504-312-1953

November 26, 2010

New Orleans Police Department – Public Information Office 

 Murder Investigation 

New Orleans, LA – Members of the New Orleans Police are investigating the apparent shooting death of a 21-year-old local male, whose name is being withheld, pending notification of family members.  The offense occurred shortly before 3:30 A.M., near the intersection of Dauphine and Canal Streets.  

According to investigators, Eighth District officers responded to a call of a "male shot" and, upon their arrival found the victim lying on the sidewalk suffering from apparent multiple gunshot wounds to the body.  Emergency medical technicians were summoned to the scene and transported the victim to a local hospital where he later died.

A preliminary investigation revealed the victim was involved in an altercation with the suspect prior to the shooting. 

Currently, investigators are in the process of gathering evidence and information to identify the person(s) involved in this incident.  Homicide Detective Melanie Dillon is in charge of the investigation and can be reached at 658-5300.  

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.nola.gov/GOVERNMENT/NOPD and visit us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=36519&id=133853236665761&saved#!/pages/New-Orleans-LA/New-Orleans-Police-Department-Official/133853236665761.

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Officer Hilal Williams

Friends and Neighbors,

We would like to thank the residents of Warwick East for participating in the Walk Against Crime last night!  Despite starting earlier than normal and the holiday approaching, the turnout was commendable.     

Significant arrests during the week of 11/14/10 – 11/20/10

Lakeside Oaks Subdivision

11/14/10, 19 year old Cedrick James, 22 year old Dave Briggs and his girlfriend were arrested for armed robbery of a Bell Taxi in the 7800 block of

Villa Sites Subdivision

11/14/10, Proactive officers arrested 20 year old Mr. Tramell LaFrance in the 7900 block of Vanderkloot for possession of a concealed MP-25.

Majestic Oaks Subdivision      

11/15/10, Narcotics detectives arrested 33 year old Mr. Lenton Vanburen while executing a search warrant in the 4800 block of Majestic Oaks.  Marijuana, drug paraphernalia and a .40 caliber handgun were seized.    

Blum Antoine Subdivision/Eastview

11/18/20, Narcotics detectives arrested 19 year old Brian Miskell while executing a search warrant in the 4500 block of

Villa Sites subdivision

11/20/10, a citizen observed 18 year old Eddie Johnson inside of his vehicle in the 7300 block of

Announcements

There will be no district level Comstat meeting this week. 

Beginning Sunday, November 28, 2010 @ 6pm, Household of Faith Church will put on a light display that will run throughout the entire holiday season.  If additional information is needed please contact their staff @ 347-1027.   

On behalf of Captain Mushatt and the officers of the 7^th District, we would like to wish our citizens of New Orleans East a Happy and safe Thanksgiving.  It will be even better if the Saints win!

Take care,

Sergeant Dupree               

Friends and Neighbors,

We would like to thank the residents of Warwick East for participating in the Walk Against Crime last night!  Despite starting earlier than normal and the holiday approaching, the turnout was commendable.     

Significant arrests during the week of 11/14/10 – 11/20/10

Lakeside Oaks Subdivision

11/14/10, 19 year old Cedrick James, 22 year old Dave Briggs and his girlfriend were arrested for armed robbery of a Bell Taxi in the 7800 block of

Villa Sites Subdivision

11/14/10, Proactive officers arrested 20 year old Mr. Tramell LaFrance in the 7900 block of Vanderkloot for possession of a concealed MP-25.

Majestic Oaks Subdivision      

11/15/10, Narcotics detectives arrested 33 year old Mr. Lenton Vanburen while executing a search warrant in the 4800 block of Majestic Oaks.  Marijuana, drug paraphernalia and a .40 caliber handgun were seized.    

Blum Antoine Subdivision/Eastview

11/18/20, Narcotics detectives arrested 19 year old Brian Miskell while executing a search warrant in the 4500 block of

Villa Sites subdivision

11/20/10, a citizen observed 18 year old Eddie Johnson inside of his vehicle in the 7300 block of

Announcements

There will be no district level Comstat meeting this week. 

Beginning Sunday, November 28, 2010 @ 6pm, Household of Faith Church will put on a light display that will run throughout the entire holiday season.  If additional information is needed please contact their staff @ 347-1027.   

On behalf of Captain Mushatt and the officers of the 7^th District, we would like to wish our citizens of New Orleans East a Happy and safe Thanksgiving.  It will be even better if the Saints win!

Take care,

Sergeant Dupree               

November 24, 2010

The New Orleans Police Department-Public Information Office

NOPD’s Narcotics and Task Force Units Investigated 1,695 Complaints, and Made 36 Narcotics Cases in Seven Days    

NEW ORLEANS - The New Orleans Police Department’s Narcotics and Task Force Units investigated approximately 1,695 complaints.  As a result the NOPD’s Task Force Units, they conducted 11 Search Warrants, investigated 23 Felony cases, conducted 759 Vehicle Checks resulting in 289 citations, and 36 Narcotics cases.  They confiscated six guns, numerous amounts of Crack, Marijuana, Crack Cocaine, Powder Cocaine, and Heroin.

These results are from November 14, 2010 thru November 20, 2010. 

First District Narcotics and Task Force Units investigated 300 complaints, made 34 cases for 11 Felony, 14 Misdemeanor and nine Municipal violations.  The units wrote 23 reports, made 337 pedestrian contacts, 20 field interviews, stopped 201 vehicles, wrote 85 citations, and made 17 traffic arrests.  They executed two search warrants, 11 Narcotics cases confiscating one gun, Marijuana, and Crack Cocaine.             

Second District Narcotics and Task Force Units investigated 379 complaints, two hot line complaints, made 24 arrests including one juvenile for one Felony, 13 Misdemeanor, and 13 Municipal violations and one Truant violator.  They made 403 pedestrian contacts, 50 field interviews, wrote 16 reports, conducted 221 vehicle stops, issued 46 citations, and made seven traffic arrests.  The units conducted six wanted checks, made three narcotics cases, confiscating Marijuana, Crack Cocaine, Heroin and seizing $320.00 in cash.            

Third District Narcotics and Task Force Units investigated 205 complaints, arrested 22 persons for one Felony, 18 Misdemeanor, six Municipal violations and one Curfew violator. The units made 54 pedestrian contacts, 145 field interviews, and wrote 20 reports.  They made 112 vehicle stops, issued 61 citations, made 22 traffic arrests conducted two wanted checks and made three Narcotics cases confiscating Marijuana.  

Fourth District Narcotics and Task Force Units investigated 157 complaints, arrested 22 persons for 37 Misdemeanor, and three Municipal violations.  They conducted 41 vehicle stops, issued 14 citations, made one traffic arrest, and wrote 37 reports.  They conducted 50 field interviews, 95 pedestrian contacts, and confiscated Marijuana. 

Fifth District Narcotics and Task Force Units investigated 101 complaints, one hot line complaint, made six arrests for two Felony, six Misdemeanor, and four Municipal violations.  They conducted 21 vehicle checks, issued 31 citations, and wrote nine reports.  The units made 30 pedestrian contacts, 33 field interviews, and made two narcotics cases confiscating Marijuana, and Crack Cocaine.

Sixth District Narcotics and Task Force Units investigated 125 complaints, one hot line complaint, made 15 arrests for five Felony, 11 Misdemeanor, and four Municipal violations. They conducted 21 vehicle checks, issued 10 citations, made three traffic arrest and wrote 13 reports.  The units conducted seven wanted checks, made 30 pedestrian contacts, and 30 field interviews.  They executed two search warrants, and made six narcotics cases confiscating Marijuana, Heroin, Crack, and seized $85.00 in cash.

Sixth District Narcotics Squad continued their work responding to numerous citizen complaints and NOMPAC complaints received regarding narcotic activity at the intersection of Constance and Terpsichore Streets.  Detectives were then able to successfully execute a search warrant on 1408 Constance and

Seventh District Narcotics and Task Force Units investigated 292 complaints, one hot line complaint, and four previous complaints.  They made 16 arrests for three Felony, eight Misdemeanors, and two Municipal violations.  They made 169 pedestrian contacts, 141 field interviews and wrote 11 reports.  The units stopped 113 vehicles, wrote 16 citations, conducted five wanted checks, seven search warrants, made five narcotic cases confiscating, Marijuana and Powder Cocaine.

On November 21, 2010, Task Force officers responded to a call of five African-American males, wearing dark clothing pulling on car door handles in the Michoud area.  The officers canvassed the area for the subjects, but met with negative results.  On that same morning, the officers learned that the residence of 4918 Toulon Street had been burglarized.  The officers continued their investigation and developed a subject, who was later identified as the neighbor’s 15 year-old son.  Sergeant Michael Stalbert conducted the investigation, with assistance of Detectives Jason Thomas and Donald Sharp.  Together, the officers develop a line of communication with the juvenile, while his parents were present.  The officers conducted their investigation and arrested the 15-year-old male for Residential Burglary.

Sergeant Kristi Bagneris along with officers Damond Davis and James Kish responded to a call from a taxi company that an armed robbery was in progress at

Eighth District Narcotics and Task Force Units investigated 136 complaints, made 11 cases for three Felony, four Misdemeanor, and seven Municipal violations.  They conducted 29 vehicle checks, issued 26 citations, and wrote four reports. They conducted 97 field interviews, 90 pedestrian contacts, and confiscated Marijuana.     

The Narcotics and Task Force Units began in July of 2010 and have investigated approximately 29,148 complaints, executed approximately 155 Search Warrants, made approximately 969 Felony cases, conducted approximately 10,894 vehicle checks, issued approximately 4,318 citations, made approximately 857 Narcotics cases, confiscated approximately 186 guns and numerous amounts of Illegal Narcotics.

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 24, 2010

New Orleans Police Department – Public Information Office

 Suspect Arrested for Forcible Rape

New Orleans – Members of the New Orleans Police Department have arrested 24-year-old Sean Robinson, for forcible rape of a 24-year-old female that occurred on November 16, 2010, at approximately 2:00 A.M., in the 2600 block of

According to investigators, the victim’s boyfriend, Sean Robinson, went to the victim’s residence and sexually assaulted her. 

During the investigation, the victim observed Robinson in the neighborhood at which time Robinson was apprehended and booked with Forcible Rape.

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.nola.gov/GOVERNMENT/NOPD and visit us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=36519&id=133853236665761&saved#!/pages/New-Orleans-LA/New-Orleans-Police-Department-Official/133853236665761.

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Officer Hilal Williams

November 23, 2010

New Orleans Police Department – Public Information Office

 Suspect Arrested for Aggravated Rape

New Orleans – Members of the New Orleans Police Department have arrested 46-year-old Kim Riley, for an aggravated rape of a 22-year-old female that occurred on November 18, 2010, at approximately 3:40 P.M., in the 1300 block of

According to investigators, the victim accompanied Riley, an acquaintance, to an abandoned residence to assist him in retrieving personal property.  While at the location, the victim was sexually assaulted by Riley.      

As a result of the on going-investigation, Sex Crimes Detectives positively identified Kim Riley as the person responsible.  Riley was apprehended and booked with Aggravated Rape. 

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.nola.gov/GOVERNMENT/NOPD and visit us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=36519&id=133853236665761&saved#!/pages/New-Orleans-LA/New-Orleans-Police-Department-Official/133853236665761.

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Officer Hilal Williams

November 23, 2010

New Orleans Police Department – Public Information Office

 Suspect Arrested for Aggravated Rape

New Orleans – Members of the New Orleans Police Department have arrested 46-year-old Kim Riley, for an aggravated rape of a 22-year-old female that occurred on November 18, 2010, at approximately 3:40 P.M., in the 1300 block of

According to investigators, the victim accompanied Riley, an acquaintance, to an abandoned residence to assist him in retrieving personal property.  While at the location, the victim was sexually assaulted by Riley.      

As a result of the on going-investigation, Sex Crimes Detectives positively identified Kim Riley as the person responsible.  Riley was apprehended and booked with Aggravated Rape. 

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.nola.gov/GOVERNMENT/NOPD and visit us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=36519&id=133853236665761&saved#!/pages/New-Orleans-LA/New-Orleans-Police-Department-Official/133853236665761.

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Officer Hilal Williams

November 23, 2010

New Orleans Police Department – Public Information Office

Suspect Wanted 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 November 21, 2010, at a location to be determined on

According to investigators, the 52-year-old female victim was consuming alcohol during the night with friends when she elected to leave the location and began to walk.  The suspect approached the victim in a vehicle and offered a ride.  The victim accepted.  The suspect drove the victim to a location, stopped the vehicle, retrieved a handgun from the trunk and sexually assaulted the victim.  The suspect then took an amount of U.S. currency from the victim’s purse before making the victim exit the vehicle.  The suspect fled on

The suspect is described as an African American male, approximately 30 years of age, short in height, brown skin and bucked teeth.  The suspect was wearing a black shirt, black jeans and a black cap. 

The vehicle is described as a small black two door sports car with tinted windows.  The vehicle had black interior seats and a gray center console. 

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.nola.gov/GOVERNMENT/NOPD and visit us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=36519&id=133853236665761&saved#!/pages/New-Orleans-LA/New-Orleans-Police-Department-Official/133853236665761.

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Officer Hilal Williams   

November 24, 2010

The New Orleans Police Department – Public Information Office

Fatality Investigation

New Orleans, LA - This morning, members of the New Orleans Police Department’s Fatality Unit are investigating a motorcycle accident that left a 33-year-old local man dead.  The name of the victim is being withheld pending notification of family members.  The accident occurred at approximately 2:30 a.m., on the Interstate 10 Airline Avenue Westbound exit ramp. 

According to investigators, the driver of a motorcycle was traveling on the elevated portion of the exit ramp, when for reasons unknown, lost control of his motorcycle and struck the guard rail.  The driver was ejected from his motorcycle, went over the guard rail, and fell to the ground on the lower portion of the Interstate.

Emergency Medical Paramedics arrived on the scene and pronounced the victim dead.                                                             

The Coroner’s Office will conduct their investigation and autopsy to determine the exact cause of death.   

Fatality Investigator, Edgar Edwards 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 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 22, 2010

New Orleans Police Department-Public Information Office

NOPD’S Special Operations Division Task Force Unit Booked

12 Suspects Last Week

New Orleans- In one week’s time the Special Operations Division (S.O.D) Task Force Unit investigated 109 complaints, yielding 12 arrests for 14 Felonies, 28 Misdemeanors and 7 Municipal violations.  Officers conducted 42 vehicle stops and made 4 Traffic arrests.  The unit made 4 Narcotic cases, conducted 63 wanted checks, and made 92 pedestrian contacts. They wrote 35 reports and confiscated 71.36 grams of Marijuana. 

“Day after day the New Orleans Police Department receives calls from caring and involved citizens who want their neighborhoods to be free of crime. This is an important part of our partnership with the community and is addressed through hard work and results like these”, said Superintendent of Police Ronal Serpas.

These results are from November 14, 2010 thru November 20, 2010

    On 11/14/10 officers conducted a traffic stop at Bienville and North Miro Streets.  As officers approached the vehicle, the passenger in the vehicle, 33-year-old Ricardo Hollins was observed attempting to hide something under his seat. Officers ordered Hollins out of the vehicle and located a bag of marijuana under the front passenger side seat, where Hollins was sitting. Hollins was arrested and charged with Possession of Marijuana.  Hollins was found to be on parole for Possession of Cocaine and was also charged with Parole Violation.  The driver was cited for the traffic violations.

     On 11/19/10 officers were patrolling the Hollygrove area when they observed a large group of subjects gathered in the 8700 Block of Apicot Street for a repast.  The repast was for Trevon Buck, a juvenile that was killed in Metairie last week.  Officers observed Robert Lavinge smoking a blunt (Marijuana) in the middle of the block.  When Lavigne noticed Officers, he discarded a Beretta 9mm handgun under a truck, and the blunt to the ground. The officers placed Lavigne under arrest for the discarded gun and discarded marijuana. A search incidental to arrest revealed a Browning 9mm handgun in Lavigne’s waistband.  While canvassing the area, Officers located a Ruger 9 mm handgun lying on the sidewalk.  The Ruger was confiscated but no arrests were made in connection with that weapon.  None of the guns were stolen and Lavigne was not a convicted felon. Lavinge was charged with Possession of Marijuana, Illegally Carrying a Weapon and Possession of a Gun during a Crime. 

       On 11/19/10 officers conducted a traffic stop in the 2800 Block of Upperline Street.  As Officers approached the vehicle, the passenger in the vehicle, 23-year-old Taajah Dooley discarded a bag of Marijuana out of the passenger side window of the vehicle.  Dooley was arrested and charged with Possession of Marijuana. The driver of the vehicle was cited for the observed traffic violations.  

        On 11/20/10 officers conducted a traffic stop at the corner of

        36 year-old Dwayne Edwards was wanted by Sex Crimes Unit for a Sexual Battery that occurred in the 14600 block of

        A 14-year-old juvenile was wanted by the Fourth District for a Residence Burglary in the 1400 block of

        20-year-old Jakeem Jones was wanted by the Fourth District for Possession of Marijuana at General Degaulle and Garden Oaks Drive on 7-21-09.   Jones was arrested in Plaquemines Parish and transported back to New Orleans for Booking.

Since July of 2010, officers investigated approximately 2,736 complaints, executed approximately 15 search warrants, made approximately 354 felony cases, conducted approximately 1,123 vehicle checks, issued approximately 105 citations, made approximately 81 narcotics cases, confiscated approximately 47 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? 

 Officer Janssen Valencia   

November 22, 2010

New Orleans Police Department-Public Information Office

NOPD VCAT Removes Repeat Violent Offender from the Ninth Ward Area

New Orleans, LA –The New Orleans Police Department's Violent Criminal Abatement Team has taken one more violent and repeat offender off the streets of New Orleans last week.  The VCAT has arrested 52-year old Stephen Robinson for possession of crack cocaine and possession of a firearm while in possession of crack cocaine.  The offense occurred on November 17, 2010, at a known location in the Ninth Ward area.

According to investigators, the VCAT received complaints from several concerned citizens in the community that Robinson was involved in illegal narcotic trafficking in the community.  The VCAT set up surveillance and observed Robinson engage in a hand-to-hand transaction with an unknown individual.

Subsequently, Robinson was apprehended a short time later and investigators found Robinson to be in possession of crack cocaine and .22 caliber handgun. 

Robinson was transported to Central Lock-up and booked accordingly for possession of crack cocaine and possession of a firearm while in possession of crack cocaine.

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.nola.gov/GOVERNMENT/NOPD and visit us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=36519&id=133853236665761&saved#!/pages/New-Orleans-LA/New-Orleans-Police-Department-Official/133853236665761

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Contact

Name: Officer Shereese Harper

Email address: srharper@cityofno.com

Cell phone #: 504-312-1953

November 23, 2010

New Orleans Police Department – Public Information Office

Sex Crimes Detectives Investigate a Sexual Assault

New Orleans - The New Orleans Police Department is investigating a sexual assault by an acquaintance of a 29-year-old female.  The offense occurred on November 11, 2010, at approximately 11:00 P.M., in the 800 block of

According to investigators, the victim was drinking at an establishment with the suspect, an ex-boyfriend, when the victim left and walked home.  The victim could not remember if the suspect had walked home with her.  Subsequently, the victim awoke to find the suspect in her home and she had been sexually assaulted.    

Currently, detectives are in the process of investigating the offense 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.nola.gov/GOVERNMENT/NOPD and visit us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=36519&id=133853236665761&saved#!/pages/New-Orleans-LA/New-Orleans-Police-Department-Official/133853236665761.

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Officer Hilal Williams