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Man Tries to Steal Liquor From Walgreens, Runs Off Empty-Handed

by Ambria Washington

December 12, 2016

Categories: Be on the Lookout

Topics: Burglary/Theft, Fourth District

Man Tries to Steal Liquor From Walgreens, Runs Off Empty-Handed

Security cameras captured a photo of a would-be shoplifter and now police are asking for the public’s help in tracking him down.

It all happened around 12:18 p.m. on December 10, 2016 at the Walgreens store in the 4100 block of General DeGaulle Drive. The unknown male was seen entering the store and trying to leave with two bottles of alcohol. An employee stopped the suspect at the door and the suspect then handed over the merchandise and then ran out of the store.

If anyone has any information regarding the whereabouts of the subject, please contact Detective LaTrell W. Boutte or any Fourth District detective at 504-658-6040 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.