The NOPD is looking for four individuals in connection with a shoplifting incident.
The victim reported that on Tuesday, February 14, 2017, at approximately 8:44 p.m., four unknown individuals were observed entering his business in the 1600 block of Elysian Fields. The four proceeded to the alcoholic beverage aisle of the store and one of the male suspects removed the security device from several bottles of alcohol and placed them inside of his clothing. He then walked past the front register and left the store, followed by the other three suspects.
The victim followed the unknown male out of the store to a late model Pontiac sedan. As the unknown male got into the vehicle he pulled out a knife and pointed it at the victim, telling him to back up as all four of the unknown individuals entered the vehicle. They then fled the scene.
If you have any information regarding this incident please notify Detective Chad Cockerham or any Fifth District detective at 504-658-6050. Citizens with information that can help solve crimes are asked to call Crimestoppers at 504-822-1111 or toll-free 1-877-903-STOP.