The NOPD is looking for assistance in identifying a suspect wanted in connection with an unarmed carjacking in the 1900 block of Newton Street.
One April 23, 2017, at 11:40 p.m. the victims reported they pulled into the parking lot of a store in the 1900 block of Newton Street. Victim #1 exited the vehicle and went inside while Victim #2 remained in the vehicle. An unknown black male opened the driver’s side door, entered the vehicle and began to drive away. Victim #2 then exited the vehicle and the perpetrator fled the scene in Victim #1’s vehicle.
The suspect is described as a black male with a dark complexion and a medium build. He appeared to be in his mid to late 20s and was approximately 5’9” - 5’10” tall and weighed 160-180 pounds. A photo of the suspect was taken from the store’s video surveillance camera.
If you have any information about this incident or the identity of the suspect please contact Detective LaKeith Jernigan or any Fourth District detective at 504-658-6040. Citizens with information that can help solve crimes are asked to call Crimestoppers at 504-822-1111 or toll-free 1-877-903-STOP.