The NOPD is investigating a case of road rage that resulted in one driver pointing a gun at another driver.
On October 26, 2016, at approximately 3:40 p.m., the victim reported that he honked his car horn at an unknown male driving a black Nissan Titan. The driver followed the victim north to the red light at Franklin and east I-610 where they exchanged words and the driver of the truck pointed a handgun at him. The driver of the truck then fled southbound on Franklin Avenue.
The driver is described as a black male with a twist hairstyle and he was wearing an unknown type hat. His passenger is described as a black male.
The victim captured a photograph of the truck as it drove away. The photo is included below.
If you have any information regarding this incident please contact Detective Kristie Harper or any Third District detective at 504-658-6030. Citizens with information that can help solve crimes are asked to call Crimestoppers at 504-822-1111 or toll-free 1-877-903-STOP.