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NOPD Seeking DNA Swab from Subject in Investigation of 2019 Homicide

by Aaron E. Looney

May 19, 2021

Categories: Be on the Lookout

Topics: Homicide, Third District

NOPD Seeking DNA Swab from Subject in Investigation of 2019 Homicide

The NOPD is seeking to locate Dandre Deshawn Dales (pictured, black male, DOB: 09-27-1996) to obtain a warranted DNA sample in the ongoing investigation of a homicide on July 24, 2019 in the 3500 block of De Saix Boulevard.

Dales is not currently wanted on criminal charges in this investigation. However, detectives have obtained a search warrant to gather a DNA swab sample from Dales as part of their investigation.

Anyone with additional information on this incident is asked to contact NOPD Homicide Unit Cold Case Det. Ryan Aucoin at 504-658-5300 or call anonymously to Crimestoppers of Greater New Orleans at 504-822-1111 or toll-free 1-877-903-STOP.