New Orleans Police are asking the public's assistance with identifying and locating a suspect wanted for hit and run driving, causing injury.
According to investigators, the collision occurred around 6:38 p.m. on April 6, 2025 in the 1900 block of North Broad Avenue in the parking area of a convenience store. The driver of the vehicle was reversing when he struck a pedestrian, causing injury. The driver of the vehicle then drove away from the scene without identifying himself or rendering aid to the injured person.
The driver of the vehicle (pictured right) was described as being a Black male, approximate age 50, bald, with a moustache and goatee.
The vehicle (pictured left) was described as being a black-color 2020-2024 Chevrolet Silverado pickup truck. The vehicle's license plate was unknown.
Anyone with information regarding the crime or the identity of the driver is asked to call Hit and Run detectives at 504-658-6210 or to anonymously call Crimestoppers at 504-822-1111.