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Subject Sought for DNA Buccal Swab in NOPD Homicide Investigation

by Aaron E. Looney

July 17, 2020

Categories: Be on the Lookout

Topics: Homicide, Seventh District

Subject Sought for DNA Buccal Swab in NOPD Homicide Investigation

The NOPD is seeking to obtain a DNA buccal swab from Kenneth Pritchett (pictured, DOB: 05-31-1997) in the investigation of a homicide that occurred June 24, 2020 in the 7500 block of Burke Road.

Through investigation, NOPD Homicide Unit detectives developed Pritchett as a person of interest in the investigation and wish to obtain a DNA sample through buccal swab. Pritchett is not currently wanted for arrest in this investigation, but detectives feel he may have knowledge of information regarding this incident.

Anyone with additional information on this incident or on Pritchett’s whereabouts is asked to contact NOPD Homicide Unit Det. Nickolas Davis at 504-658-5300 or call anonymously to Crimestoppers of Greater New Orleans at 504-822-1111 or toll-free 1-877-903-STOP.