New Orleans Police are asking the public's assistance with locating a suspect wanted for filing a false police report.
Wanted is Michael Jones (pictured), Black male, DOB 12/01/1995, height 6' 0", and weight 179 pounds.
According to investigators, on September 29, 2026 Michael Jones reported to police that his vehicle had been burglarized and the license plate had been stolen in the 6000 block of Downman Road. Through investigation, detectives confirmed license plate had not been stolen and the damage to the vehicle did not occur as reported by Michael Jones.
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, 504-539-3419, or toll-free at 1-877-903-STOP. Tips can also be submitted online by visiting: https://www.crimestoppersgno.org
Have a question or correction? Please email NOPD’s Public Affairs Division at: nopdpio@nola.gov