The NOPD is searching for a vehicle reported stolen from the 1400 block of Prentiss Avenue on June 7, 2018.

The victim told police that at about 7:30 p.m., his 2010 gray Land Rover SUV bearing Louisiana license plate #VNL195 was parked in front of his residence. Later that evening, the victim was contacted by NOPD to report that personal belongings and vehicle information of the victim were found on the ground at a gas station in the 2400 block of Elysian Fields Avenue. Detectives determined that the victim’s vehicle had been stolen and driven to the location. The vehicle utilized by the suspects in this incident is described as a black Chrysler car.

Detectives believe the Land Rover has been used in several recent vehicle burglaries in the Third District, and that the vehicle’s keys were used in its theft.

Surveillance video of the suspects in this auto theft incident can be viewed at https://youtu.be/6HBR3PorHpw.

Auto Burglary and Theft Prevention

Vehicle burglaries and thefts are largely avoidable. Here are some tips on how to avoid car break-ins and thefts.

1. Lock the doors

2. Close windows and sunroofs

3. Don’t leave valuables such as laptops, cell phones, wallets, purses or GPS devices in plain view

4. Put away the garage door opener and any items with personal information

5. Move valuables to the trunk before reaching your destination

6. Don’t leave any keys in the vehicle, including a valet key or a spare key for another vehicle that parks near yours in your garage, driveway, etc.

7. Park in a well-lighted place whenever possible

8. Use the emergency brake when parking to make it more difficult for a thief to tow your vehicle away. 

Anyone with information on this incident or the location of the stolen vehicle is asked to contact Third District detectives at 504-658-6030 or Crimestoppers at 504-822-1111 or toll free 877-903-7867.