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Suspect Wanted for Theft on Octavia Street

by Danielle B. Miller

May 7, 2019

Categories: Be on the Lookout, Videos

Topics: Burglary/Theft, Second District

NOPD officers are seeking assistance from the public in identifying and locating a suspect who was observed on surveillance video during a theft incident that occurred in the 2200 block of Octavia Street.

On April 23, 2019 around 3:35 a.m., the suspect was observed walking to the rear driveway of the victim’s residence. Once in the rear driveway, the suspect reportedly removed items from a storage cabinet. The suspect then fled the scene while in possession of the items.

The suspect is described as a heavyset black male with a beard. He was last seen wearing a “Syracuse” hooded sweatshirt and sweatpants.

Anyone with any information regarding the identity or whereabouts of the pictured suspect should contact Second District detectives at 504-658-6020. Citizens with information that can help solve crimes are asked to call Crimestoppers at 504-822-1111 or toll-free at 1-877-903-STOP.