The NOPD’s Violent Offender Warrant Squad (VOWS) unit arrested two additional individuals within the past 24 hours. They were wanted for aggravated assault and aggravated battery.
Christopher Ross (DOB: 4/23/1973) for aggravated assault with a firearm (domestic). The incident took place on May 1, 2017 in the 4000 block of Downman Road. He was arrested at the same location today.
Joseph Smooth (DOB: 11/24/1967) for aggravated assault with a firearm and aggravated battery. The incident occurred in the 6600 block of West Laverne Avenue on April 25, 2017, and the arrest took place at the same location.
About VOWS
The Violent Offender Warrant Squad (VOWS) is responsible for tracking down individuals who are wanted for serious crimes and apprehending suspects with outstanding warrants. This unit operates within the NOPD’s Special Operations Division and works in conjunction with the United States Marshals Office Fugitive Task Force. In 2016 the unit was responsible for more than 500 arrests.