New Orleans Police are asking the public's assistance with identifying a suspect wanted for battery and theft.
According to investigators, the pictured suspect entered a store in the 4000 block of General DeGaulle Drive at about 8:57 p.m. on May 27, 2024. He took a variety of items and attempted to exit without paying. A store employee attempted to stop the susp[ect but the suspect struck the employee multiple times before escaping on foot.
The suspect is described as being a Black male, height 5' 10", weight 120 pounds, and wearing a black t-shirt with grey shorts.
Anyone with information about the crime or the suspect is asked to call Fourth District detectives at 504-658-6040 or to anonymously call Crimestoppers at 504-822-1111.
Have a question or correction? Please email NOPD’s Public Affairs Division at nopdpio@nola.gov.