The NOPD is seeking to locate and identify individuals believed to be responsible for numerous vehicle burglaries in the 3500 to 3700 blocks of Rue Michelle on March 22 and March 27, 2017.

Between 1:30 a.m. and 2:30 a.m. on both dates, several vehicles in the two-block area on Rue Michelle were burglaries. Surveillance video captured numerous individuals who detectives believe may be responsible for the burglaries.

Surveillance video of the suspects, including video captured by ProjectNOLA cameras, can be viewed at https://youtu.be/_-6JvkqovOA and at https://youtu.be/UVxkfx33Glo.

Anyone with information regarding these incidents is asked to contact Fourth District detectives at 504-658-6040. 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.

Auto Burglary

Vehicle burglaries 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 keys in the vehicle