The NOPD needs the public’s assistance in locating a vehicle stolen from the 2800 block of Ursulines Avenue.

On August 25, 2016, at approximately 12 noon, the victim reported that he last saw his vehicle in the alley adjacent to his residence on Ursulines before he went out of town. When he returned home on September 2, 2016, he discovered the vehicle was missing.

The missing vehicle is described as a 2010 Honda Elite motorcycle with Louisiana license plate number MC584595. A photo of the motorcycle is included below, however the black boxes were not on the vehicle when it was stolen.

If you have any information about this incident or the whereabouts of this vehicle please notify any First District detective at 658-6010. Citizens with information that can help solve crimes are asked to call Crimestoppers at 504-822-1111 or toll-free 1-877-903-STOP.

Auto Burglary

Vehicle burglaries are largely avoidable. Here are some tips on how to avoid car break-ins and thefts:

1. Lock the doors

2. Close windows and sunroofs

3. Don’t leave valuables such as laptops, cell phones, wallets, purses or GPS devices in plain view

4. Put away the garage door opener and any items with personal information

5. Move valuables to the trunk before reaching your destination

6. Don’t leave keys in the vehicle