NOPD News

News & Information from the New Orleans Police Department

Be on the Lookout
Add to Twitter Add to Facebook Add to LinkedIn Add to Reddit

Suspect Identified in Stabbing at Prentiss Avenue and Wildair Drive

by Aaron E. Looney

April 24, 2017

Categories: Be on the Lookout

Topics: Assault/Battery, Third District

Suspect Identified in Stabbing at Prentiss Avenue and Wildair Drive

The NOPD has obtained an arrest warrant for LauraLee Thomas (DOB: 09-28-1987) in connection with a stabbing that occurred on April 12, 2017 at the intersection of Prentiss Avenue and Wildair Drive.

At about 6:38 p.m., Third District officers responded to the location on an initial call of a fight. Once at the scene, officers learned that the victim had suffered stab wounds to the face, arm and leg during the confrontation.

As investigation into the incident progressed, detectives were able to achieve positive identification of Thomas as the alleged perpetrator in the incident.

Anyone with information regarding the whereabouts of LauraLee Thomas is asked to contact Third District detectives at 504-658-6030. Citizens with information that can help solve crimes are asked to call Crimestoppers at 504-822-1111 or toll-free at 1-877-903-STOP.