NOPD has identified a suspect wanted in connection with an aggravated assault investigation in the Fifth District.
Burrell Joseph Jones, (pictured, black male, 5'10", 150 lbs DOB: 6-18-1989), is being sought in connection with an incident that occurred August 16, 2023 in the 2400 block of Elysian Fields Avenue.
At about 6:00 p.m., investigators say Jones walked into a business at the location and allegedly began threatening customers and employees. He displayed a firearm as he continued his threats and then left on a blue city bicycle.
Burrell is wanted on three counts of aggravated assault with a firearm.
Anyone with information as to the whereabouts of the suspect or other information about this incident is asked to contact Fifth District detectives (504) 658-6050 or Crimestoppers anonymously at (504) 822-1111 or toll-free at 1-877-903-7867.
All persons are presumed to be innocent until proven guilty.
Have a question or correction? Please email NOPD’s Public Affairs Division at nopdpio@nola.gov.