The NOPD is looking for Marcell Dwayne Ledet (DOB: 4/5/1986) for attempted armed robbery and aggravated second degree battery.
On February 11, 2017, at about 10:48 p.m. the victim reported he was working as a security guard outside of a bar in the 3700 block of General DeGualle Drive when he was approached by Ledet. Ledet produced a firearm and demanded the victim’s property. When the victim refused, Ledet shot him in the face and hand.
If you have information about this incident or the whereabouts of Marcell Dwayne Ledet please contact any Fourth District detective at 504-658-6040. Citizens with information that can help solve crimes are asked to call Crimestoppers at 504-822-1111 or toll-free 1-877-903-STOP.