The NOPD is searching for a stolen vehicle that was taken in the 1600 block of Southlawn Boulevard.

The victim told police she parked her vehicle in the driveway of her residence on April 17, 2017 at about 7:30 p.m. The next morning, the victim discovered the vehicle missing.  The victim told police the locks do not work on the vehicle, so it was left unlocked.

The vehicle is described as a 2007 gold Chrysler Sebring with a Louisiana license plate of XEE641. The vehicle also has a dent on the front bumper and small minor damage to the passenger side front panel.

If anyone comes in contact with the listed vehicle, please contact any Fourth District Detective at 504-685-6040 or 504-658-6045. Citizens with information that can help solve a crime are asked to call CrimeStoppers at  504-822-1111 or toll-free 1-877-903-STOP.

Auto Burglary and Theft Prevention

Vehicle burglaries and thefts are largely avoidable. Here are some tips on how to avoid car break-ins and thefts.

1. Lock the doors

2. Close windows and sunroofs

3. Don’t leave valuables such as laptops, cell phones, wallets, purses or GPS devices in plain view

4. Put away the garage door opener and any items with personal information

5. Move valuables to the trunk before reaching your destination

6. Don’t leave any keys in the vehicle, including a valet key or a spare key for another vehicle that parks near yours in your garage, driveway, etc.

7. Park in a well-lighted place whenever possible

8. Use the emergency brake when parking to make it more difficult for a thief to tow your vehicle away.