NOPD is looking for a person of interest who may have important information regarding an aggravated assault.
The victim reported that on May 8, 2017, at approximately 8 p.m., an unknown black male fired a handgun at a vehicle that was occupied by three individuals, striking the vehicle multiple times. None of the occupants of the car sustained injuries during the incident, which took place at the intersection of Franklin Avenue and North Villere Street.
The unknown individual in the attached photo is only considered a person of interest in this incident – he is not wanted for the aggravated assault. It is believed that the unknown male in the photos may have information that will help detectives locate the perpetrator.
If you have any information regarding the identity of the pictured individual please contact Detective Melvin Wiltz or any Fifth District detective at 504-658-6050. Citizens with information that can help solve crimes are asked to call Crimestoppers at 504-822-1111 or toll-free 1-877-903-STOP.