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Suspect Identified in Aggravated Domestic Assault on Chef Menteur Highway

by Aaron Looney

November 22, 2016

Categories: Be on the Lookout

Topics: Assault/Battery, Seventh District

Suspect Identified in Aggravated Domestic Assault on Chef Menteur Highway

The NOPD has obtained an arrest warrant for Jonas Christopher Eugene Bruce (DOB 11-12-1984) in connection with an aggravated domestic assault that occurred on November 15, 2016 in the 14700 block of Chef Menteur Highway.

At about 6:20 a.m., an altercation occurred at the residence shared by Bruce and the victim, where Bruce allegedly kicked the victim in the back and also allegedly threatened her with a handgun. The victim then called police, after which time Bruce fled the location prior to police arrival.

When located, Bruce will be arrested and charged with aggravated assault-domestic and domestic abuse-battery.

Bruce is described as a black male standing 5’9” and weighing about 170 pounds. A photo of Bruce is included with this release.

Anyone with information regarding the whereabouts of Jonas Christopher Eugene Bruce is asked to contact Seventh District detectives at 504-658-6070. 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.