New Orleans Police are asking the public's assistance with locating a suspect wanted for aggravated assault.
Wanted is Travis Miguel Watts (pictured), Black male, DOB 06/09/1993,
Around 9:10 p.m. on July 24, 2026 during a verbal altercation in the 6700 block of Chef Menteur Highway Travis Miguel Watts threatened the victim with a firearm and then fled. A warrant for his arrest is on file.
Warning: Travis Miguel Watts is considered armed and dangerous. Citizens should not approach him and should call police instead.
All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty.
Anyone with additional information that can assist in this investigation is urged to contact NOPD Seventh District detectives at 504-658-6070. 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