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Person Of Interest Sought

by Barry C Fletcher

March 12, 2026

Categories: Be on the Lookout

Topics: Theft

Person Of Interest Sought

New Orleans - New Orleans police are asking the public's assistance with locating a person of interest in connection with a theft investigation. 

Sought is Russell Keith Banks, Jr. (pictured), Black male, DOB 07/07/1992.

According to investigators, a theft occurred around 7:00 a.m. on March 9, 2026 in the 3300 block of Clouet Street. Russell Keith Banks, Jr. is believed to possess information important to the investigation into the theft.

Note Russell Keith Banks, Jr. is NOT wanted for this crime and is sought only because of the information he is believed to possess. 

All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty.

Anyone with additional information that can assist in this investigation is urged to contact NOPD First District detectives at 504-658-6010. 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