The NOPD today (November 24, 2025) arrested Nona Burton (black female, DOB: 06-02-1960) in connection with an elder abuse incident reported in the 3900 block of Sullen Place, in the Fourth District.

At approximately 10:50 a.m., Fourth District officers responded to the 3900 block of Sullen Place for a requested wellness check. Upon arrival, officers discovered multiple elderly individuals residing inside an unlicensed group home which was operating under poor living conditions.

As a result of the on-scene investigation, officers arrested Burton on five counts of cruelty to persons with infirmities.

Three of the victims were transported by EMS to a local hospital for further medical evaluation and treatment, while one victim was relocated to a separate medical facility and another had been previously transferred to a local hospital.

The investigation remains active and ongoing.

All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty.

Anyone with additional information that can assist in this investigation is urged to contact NOPD Fourth District detectives at 504-658-6040. Those wishing to report information anonymously can do so by calling Crimestoppers of Greater New Orleans at 504-822-1111 or toll-free at 1-877-903-STOP.

Have a question or correction? Please email NOPD’s Public Affairs Division at nopdpio@nola.gov.