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Person of Interest Sought By The First District

by Barry C Fletcher

July 25, 2024

Categories: Be on the Lookout

Topics: Armed Robbery, First District, Person of Interest

Person of Interest Sought By The First District

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

Sought is Emely Varela (pictured), Hispanic female, DOB 08/29/2006.

According to investigators, Emely Varela is believed to possess critical information concerning an armed carjacking which occurred on July 12, 2024 in the 1200 block of North Broad Avenue. 

Emely Varela is NOT wanted for this crime and is sought only because of information she is believed to possess.  

Anyone with information about the crime or Emely Varela is asked to call First District detectives at 504-658-6010 or to anonymously call Crimestoppers at 504-822-1111. 

 

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