The NOPD is investigating an armed robbery incident that occurred today (December 26, 2023) in the 1600 block of Newton Street.
In this incident, the pictured unknown black male armed with a firearm reportedly entered a business at about 10:08 a.m. and demanded cash from the employees, who complied and relinquished cash from the register. The suspect then took the cash and fled the scene on foot.
Anyone with additional information that can assist in this investigation is urged to contact NOPD Fourth District detectives at 504-658-6040. Those wishing to report information anonymously can do so by calling Crimestoppers of Greater New Orleans at 504-822-1111 or toll-free at 1-877-903-STOP.
Have a question or correction? Please email NOPD’s Public Affairs Division at nopdpio@nola.gov.