NOPD is looking to retrieve a stolen vehicle and apprehend the person or persons who stole it.

On September 25, 2016, the victim reported that she parked and secured her vehicle in the driveway of her residence in the 8500 block of Bill Street. When she exited her residence the next day the car was missing.

The stolen vehicle is described as a blue Mini Cooper with a manual transmission and Louisiana plate number XXT387. Photos of the actual vehicle are included below.

If you have any information about this incident or know the whereabouts of the vehicle please contact any Seventh District detective at 504-658-6070. 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 and Theft

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