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Suspect Wanted for Third District Carjacking

by Danielle B. Miller

April 23, 2019

Categories: Be on the Lookout

Topics: Burglary/Theft, Third District

Suspect Wanted for Third District Carjacking

NOPD officers are searching for Kentrell Lockett (DOB: 01/21/2000) after he was accused of carjacking a victim near the intersection of Carnot and Arts streets.

The victim told police that on April 15, 2019 at or around 10 a.m., she offered the subject a ride. While in transit, Lockett reportedly grabbed the victim around her throat and ordered her to exit the vehicle. The victim complied and Lockett fled the scene in the victim’s vehicle.

Anyone with information regarding the whereabouts of Kentrell Lockett should notify 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.