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Person Of Interest Sought

by Barry C Fletcher

February 26, 2026

Categories: Be on the Lookout

Topics: Interest, of, Person

Person Of Interest Sought

New Orleans Police are asking the public's assistance with locating a person of interest.

Sought is  Dashaun Brackens (pictured), Black male, DOB 11/07/2006, He is believed to reside in Chalmette, LA. 

According to investigators, a vehicle theft occurred in the Fourth District on January 24, 2026. Dashaun Brackens is believed to possess information about the theft that is important to the investigation.  

Note Dashaun Brackens is NOT wanted for this crime and is sought becaus3e of the information he is believed to possess. 

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. Tips can also be submitted online by visiting https://www.crimestoppersgno.org.

Have a question or correction? Please email NOPD’s Public Affairs Division at nopdpio@nola.gov.