The NOPD Fifth District is searching for a suspect who is wanted in aggravated battery by cutting in an incident that occurred in the 5400 block of Burgundy Street.
The incident was reported on Friday, (Nov. 17). The victim told police on Tuesday, (Nov. 14) he was inside his residence sleeping when the subject produced a black pocket knife and attacked him. The victim reported several lacerations to the hand and stomach area. The suspect is described as 6’4 tall, slim build, long dreadlocks and a goatee.
Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact any Fifth District detective at 504-658-6050. 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.