The NOPD is asking for the public's assistance in identifying and locating a suspect in a burglary of American Police Equipment.
On January 14, 2024, at approximately 12:38 a.m., the above-pictured subject gained entry into A.P.E. The subject was able to cut wires to the video surveillance system and got away with a blue jacket, sweaters, a pair of boots, gloves, and flashlights.
The subject may have taken a ballistic vest and some collectible badges. It is unknown at this point as there was no inventory for the items.
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The NOPD has temporarily suspended traffic stops conducted by plainclothes detectives citywide.
Only marked units with uniformed officers are authorized to conduct a traffic stop.
If anyone has any information on the above subject, please notify Detective Paul Johnson at 504-658-6166, Third District Detectives at 504-658-6030, or Crimestoppers at 504-822-1111.
Crimestoppers of Greater New Orleans has increased the reward from $2,500 to $4,000.
Have a question or correction? Please email NOPD’s Public Affairs Division at nopdpio@nola.gov.