August 30, 2010

S.O.D. Task Force Unit Reports Positive Results

New Orleans, LA – Superintendent of Police Ronal Serpas announced the results of the S.O.D. Task Force Unit.  These results are from August 22, 2010 thru August 28, 2010.

The Special Operations Division Task Force Unit made 45 arrests for 13 Felony, 47 Misdemeanor and 4 Municipal violations.  They conducted 80 vehicle stops, issued 6 citations and made 3 Traffic arrests.  The unit made 2 Narcotics cases, conducted 57 wanted checks, and made 134 pedestrian contacts.  They wrote 55 reports, confiscated 2 guns and Marijuana.  

On 8/27/10, Officers arrested 27-year-old Noshaka Jackson, at

On 8/23/10, Officers observed 21-year-old Regis Grimes remove a gun from under his shirt and discard it in the alley of an abandoned house at

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Officer Garry Flot

August 30, 2010

Superintendent Serpas Reports the continuing Success from the Districts Narcotics and Task Force Units

New Orleans, LA – Superintendent of Police Ronal Serpas announced the results from the Districts Narcotics and Task Force Units. These results are from August 22, 2010 thru August 28, 2010.   

First District Narcotics and Task Force Units investigated 263complaints, made 44 arrests for 20 felony, 25 Misdemeanor, and 5 Municipal arrests.  The units wrote 39 reports, made 321 pedestrian contacts, stopped 166 vehicles, wrote 62 citations and made 14 traffic arrests.  They made 15 Narcotics cases, confiscated 2 guns, Marijuana, Crack Cocaine, and Powder Cocaine.        

Second District Narcotics and Task Force Units investigated 318 complaints, made 49 arrests for 7 felony, 32 Misdemeanor, and 10 Municipal arrests.  They made 236 pedestrian contacts, 53 field interviews, wrote 38 reports, conducted 127 vehicle stops, issued 51 citations and made 19 traffic arrests.  The units conducted 14 wanted checks, made 4 narcotics cases, confiscated 1 gun, Marijuana, Crack Cocaine, and Heroin.   

Third District Narcotics and Task Force Units investigated 98 complaints, arrested 17 persons for 1 Felony, 24 Misdemeanors, 4 Municipal arrests and had 1 Curfew violator.  The units made 17 pedestrian contacts, 34 field interviews, and wrote 24 reports.  They made 43 vehicle stops, issued 44 citations and made 5 traffic arrests.  The units conducted 3 wanted checks, had 3 hot line complaints, executed 2 Search Warrants, confiscated Marijuana Crack Cocaine and Heroin.        

Fourth District Narcotics and Task Force Units investigated 90 complaints, arrested 32 persons for 1 felony, 64 Misdemeanor, 5 Municipal and 9 traffic arrests.  They conducted 37 field interviews, 95 pedestrian contacts, wrote 37 reports, 59 vehicle checks and issued 16 citations.  They made 9 Narcotics cases and confiscated Marijuana.       

Fifth District Narcotics and Task Force Units investigated 243 complaints and 8 hot line tips.  They made 6 Felony, 35 Misdemeanor, 9 Municipal cases, 5 Curfew violators and 17 juvenile cases.  They conducted 31 vehicle checks, issued 11 citations and wrote 46 reports.  The units made 6 Narcotics cases, made 103 pedestrian contacts, 118 field interviews, confiscated 3 guns, Marijuana, and 1 bottle of liquid Promethazine.           

Sixth District Narcotics and Task Force Units investigated 80 complaints, made 17 arrests for 8 felony, 13 Misdemeanor, and 3 Municipal arrest.  They made 37 pedestrian contacts, 12 field interviews, wrote 26 reports, and conducted 22 vehicle stops.  The units conducted 4 wanted checks, executed 2 Search Warrants, made 8 narcotics cases, confiscated Marijuana, Crack Cocaine, Heroin, pills and seized approximately $1144.00 in cash.     

Seventh District Narcotics and Task Force Units investigated 83 complaints and 2 Hot Line tips.  They made 2 Felony, 7 Misdemeanor and 9 Municipal arrests.  They made 83 pedestrian contacts, 60 field interviews and wrote 9 reports.  The units stopped 26 vehicles, wrote 9 citations, and had 6 traffic arrests.  They executed 3 Search warrants, made 2 narcotics cases and confiscated 2 guns Marijuana.

Eighth District Narcotics and Task Force Units investigated 121 complaints, 2 hot line complaints, arrested 15 persons for 3 felony, 5 misdemeanor, 7 Municipal.  They interviewed 74 individuals, wrote 9 reports, and conducted 13 vehicle checks.  They investigated 4 narcotics cases, conducted 10 wanted checks.   

As a result the Narcotics and Tasks Force Units investigated approximately 1296 complaints.  They conducted 12 Search Warrants, investigated 48 Felony cases, 487 Vehicle checks resulting in 193 citations, and 50 Narcotics cases.  They confiscated 10 guns and numerous grams of Crack, Marijuana, Crack Cocaine, Powder Cocaine, Heroin and Pills and liquid Promethazine.    

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Officer Garry Flot

August 30, 2010

Missing Person

New Orleans, LA - The New Orleans Police Department is requesting the public’s assistance in locating 51-year-old Joseph Jack, who was last seen by his wife, on August 25, 2010, at about 6:30 A.M., at their residence in the 1100 block of

According to his wife, Joseph Jack and she had a verbal argument, with no domestic abuse, the night before.  The following morning when she woke up, she discovered that Joseph Jack was gone and so was their vehicle. She also stated that in the past Mr. Jack and her have had verbal arguments, but he usually returned by the third day. Mrs. Jack further stated that she waited three days before filing a missing persons report.  

Jack Joseph may be driving a 4 door 1993 tan Lexus 300 silver bearing Louisiana plate TIC689. 

Jack Joseph is described as an African- American male, approximately 220 lbs, approximately 5’10”, with black hair and brown colored eyes. He was last seen wearing a white shirt and gray pants.          

Anyone with information on Jack Joseph’s whereabouts should contact the New Orleans Police Department at 821-2222, 911 or Detectives in the Fourth District at 504-658-6040.    

. A jpg of the missing person has been e-mailed to all local media outlets.

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Officer Janssen Valencia

August 30, 2010

Suspect Wanted For the Murder of a Gretna Police Officer

New Orleans, LA –Superintendent of  Police Ronal Serpas announced that the Homicide Division has identified and is requesting the public’s assistance in locating 20 year-old Joshua Louis Miner wanted in connection with the murder of  Officer Brett Thomas from the Gretna Police Department.  The offense occurred June 27, 2010, at approximately 4:00 A.M., in the 400 block of Bourbon Street.

According to investigators, Eighth District officers responded to a call of a fight and upon their arrival, found the victim lying on the ground motionless.  Emergency medical technicians arrived on the scene and transported the victim to a local hospital where he later died.

During the course of the on-going investigation, Detectives learned that the victim (an off duty Police Officer) was accompanied by friends in the 400 block of Bourbon Street, when a verbal altercation escalated to a physical battery with a group of unknown males. The victim was struck by an unknown male which caused him to collapse at the scene.  The subjects then fled the scene.

During the course of the investigation Homicide Sergeant Daniel McMullen identified Joshua Louis Miner as the person responsible for the death of Officer Brett Thomas and secured an arrest warrant.

Superintendent Serpas said, “This is a tremendous example of outstanding police work made through the hard work and timeless dedication of our detectives”.

Wanted:        Joshua Louis Miner (last known address) 3402 Treasure Street New Orleans.

                       African American Male, 6’00” and weighing approximately 150 lbs.

Wanted For:  Second Degree Murder

Citizens with information that can help solve this crime are asked to call CRIMESTOPPERS at 822-1111, toll-free 1-877-903-STOP (7867). You could receive a cash reward of up to $5,000 for information leading to the arrest and indictment of the responsible person(s). You do not have to give your name nor testify to receive the reward.

Officer Janssen Valencia

August 30, 2010

Media Advisory

New Orleans, LA. -  Superintendent of Police Ronal Serpas announced that a press briefing will be held today relative to Officer Brett Thomas from the Gretna Police Department. Officer Thomas was murdered on June 17, 2010 in the 400 block of

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Officer Janssen Valencia

August 28, 2010

 Suspect Wanted for Sexual Assault

New Orleans/>, LA/>/> – Members of the New Orleans Police Department is asking the public’s assistance in locating and identifying a Hispanic male, wanted in connection with a sexual assault of an adult female that occurred early this morning at Mandeville and Decatur Streets.   

According to investigators, the victim and her female friend met an unknown Hispanic male while they were inside of a bar on

Through the course of the investigation, Detective Clifton Neely learned that a picture was taken of the suspect while he was inside of the bar.   

Attached is a picture of the suspect.

Anyone having information concerning this crime or the identity or whereabouts of the suspect is asked to call Crimestoppers at 822-1111 or toll free for long distance at 1-877-903-STOP (7867).  Callers do not have to give their name nor testify in court. 

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Officer Garry Flot                             

August 28, 2010

 Suspect Wanted For Business Burglary

New Orleans, LA - Members of The New Orleans Police Department are requesting the public’s assistance in locating 21-year-old Jarvis Perkins wanted in connection with a business burglary that occurred August 23, 2010 at the F&D Grocery Store, 1641 Frenchmen Street.   

According to investigators, the suspect gained entry into the business.  Once inside, the suspect stole cash, a black handgun, and two cellular phones.   

Through the course of the investigation, Detective Shawn Jenkins/> identified Jarvis Perkins as the person responsible for the burglary and secured an arrest warrant.  

Citizens with information that can help locate Jarvis Perkins is asked to call CRIMESTOPPERS at 822-1111, toll-free 1-877-903-STOP(7867).  Callers could receive a cash reward of up to $2,500 for information leading to the arrest and indictment of Jarvis Perkins.  Callers do not have to give their name nor testify to receive the reward.

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Officer Garry Flot

August 26, 2010

Public Advisory

New Orleans, LA – Members of the New Orleans Police Department’s Field Operations Bureau will initiate a citywide crime walk.  This walk will include the participation of all eight police districts and members from the Crimestoppers staff. District commanders and their officers will walk throughout the community passing out Crimestoppers flyers and interacting with the people within the community.  The event is scheduled today, at 6:30 P.M.  The media is invited.

Crime Walk Starting Points:

First District:              Comiskey Playground (S. Jeff Davis and Baudin Street)

Second District:         Broad Street and La. Ave. Pkwy.

Third District:            Pontchartrain Park (Prentiss and Press).

Fourth District:          Tall Timbers subdivision

Fifth District:              Caffin Avenue and North Claiborne Avenue

Sixth District:             South Liberty Street and Martin Luther King Blvd

Seventh District:        Mapleridge @ Michoud Blvd.

Eighth District:           1040 St. Charles Avenue

The following is a break down of the locations of the citywide crime walk and walking route.

FIRST DISTRICT
The starting location will be South Jeff Davis/Baudin (Comiskey Playground). The walk starts at the above location down Baudin to South Pierce to D'Hemecourt back to Baudin, ending back at Comiskey Park.

 

SECOND DISTRICT
The route will be from Broad Street and La. Ave. Pkwy. to Claiborne and La. Ave.

Pkwy.  This route consists of about ten blocks. 

THIRD DISTRICT
The route will begin and end at Prentiss and Press (Pontchartrain Park). We will start at Prentiss and walk with traffic on Press to Mirabeau, then turn around and walk lakebound on Press, back to the park.

FOURTH DISTRICT
The Fourth District will walk in the Tall Timbers subdivision.

FIFTH DISTRICT

Start at Caffin and North Claiborne by Dr. Martin Luther King Charter; Riverbound on Caffin to North Villere; Left on North Villere towards Lizardi; Riverbound on Lizardi past park cross St. Claude past St. Claude Food Store and Brother's ending at Lizardi and Burgundy at Mercede's Place.

SIXTH DISTRICT

The walk will start at South Liberty and Martin Luther King Blvd (both sides) to Thalia Street down Thalia Street to South Robertson St, back to Martin Luther King Blvd.

SEVENTH DISTRICT

The 7^th District will start at the corner of Mapleridge @ Michoud Blvd and walk through the community.

EIGHTH DISTRICT
Begin at 1040 St. Charles Avenue,

Turn right on Andrew Higgins Blvd. (one block)

Turn left on

Turn left and travel through Lafayette Square between North and South Maestri Streets

Turn left on St. Charles Avenue (half of a block)

Turn left on

Turn right on Tchoupitoulas Street (three blocks)

Veer right onto Annunciation Street (one block)

Turn right on Poeyfarre Street

Ending at Magazine and Poeyfarre

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Officer Garry Flot

August 25, 2010

 Suspect Wanted for Carjacking

New Orleans/>, LA/> - The New Orleans Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in   locating and identifying an unknown African-American male, wanted in connection with an armed carjacking that occurred on August 22, 2010, shortly before 4:00 A.M., at the intersection of Louisiana/>/> and Loyola Avenues.

According to Investigators, the suspect approached the victim’s vehicle, brandished a handgun and demanded that the victim get out of her vehicle.  After the victim met the suspect’s demands, the suspect fled in the victim’s vehicle. 

The vehicle is described a white 2010 Toyota Camry; Hertz Rental vehicle bearing an unknown Florida/>/> license plate.

The suspect is described as an African-American male, in his thirties, stocky build, wearing a dark colored shirt and blue jeans.

Anyone having information concerning this crime is asked to call Crimestoppers at 822-1111 or toll free for long distance at 1-877-903-STOP (7867).  Callers do not have to give their name nor testify in court.

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Officer Shereese Harper                            

August 25, 2010

Media Advisory

New Orleans, LA – As required by the Louisiana Supreme Court, the New Orleans Police Department is issuing a public advisory regarding a sobriety checkpoint that will be conducted.

The New Orleans Police Department’s Traffic Division will conduct a sobriety checkpoint on Thursday, August 26, 2010, in the Algiers area, beginning at approximately 9:00 P.M., and concluding approximately 5:00 A.M.  Motorists will experience minimal delays and should have proper documentation, i.e., proof of insurance, and a valid driver’s license if requested.

The New Orleans Police Department would like to, as always remind motorists to drink responsibly and use a designated driver.

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Officer Shereese Harper

August 25, 2010

Public Advisory

New Orleans, LA – Members of the New Orleans Police Department’s Field Operations Bureau will initiate a citywide crime walk.  This walk will include the participation of all eight police districts and members from the Crimestoppers staff. District commanders and their officers will walk throughout the community passing out Crimestoppers flyers and interacting with the people within the community.  The event is scheduled for Thursday August 26, 2010, at 6:30 P.M.  The media is invited.

Crime Walk Starting Points:

First District:              Comiskey Playground (S. Jeff Davis and Baudin Street)

Second District:         Broad Street and La. Ave. Pkwy.

Third District:            Pontchartrain Park (Prentiss and Press).

Fourth District:          Tall Timbers subdivision

Fifth District:              Caffin Avenue and North Claiborne Avenue

Sixth District:             South Liberty Street and Martin Luther King Blvd

Seventh District:        Mapleridge @ Michoud Blvd.

Eighth District:           1040 St. Charles Avenue

The following is a break down of the locations of the citywide crime walk and walking route.

FIRST DISTRICT
The starting location will be South Jeff Davis/Baudin (Comiskey Playground). The walk starts at the above location down Baudin to South Pierce to D'Hemecourt back to Baudin, ending back at Comiskey Park.

 

SECOND DISTRICT
The route will be from

Pkwy.  This route consists of about ten (blocks). 

THIRD DISTRICT
The route will begin and end at Prentiss and Press (PontchartrainPark). We will start at Prentiss and walk with traffic on Press to Mirabeau, then turn around and walk lakebound on Press, back to the park.

FOURTH DISTRICT
The Fourth District will walk in the Tall Timbers subdivision.

FIFTH DISTRICT

Start at Caffin and North Claiborne by Dr. Martin Luther King Charter; Riverbound on Caffin to North Villere; Left on North Villere towards Lizardi; Riverbound on Lizardi past park cross St. Claude past St. Claude Food Store and Brother's ending at Lizardi and Burgundy at Mercede's Place

SIXTH DISTRICT

The walk will start at South Liberty and

SEVENTH DISTRICT

The 7^th District will start at the corner of Mapleridge @ Michoud Blvd and walk through the community.

EIGHTH DISTRICT
Begin at

Turn right on Andrew Higgins Blvd. (one block);

Turn left on

Turn left and travel through Lafayette Square between North and South Maestri Streets;

Turn left on St. Charles Avenue (half of a block);

Turn left on Girod Street (three blocks);

Turn right on Tchoupitoulas Street (three blocks);

Veer right onto Annunciation Street (one block);

Turn right on

Ending at Magazine and Poeyfarre 

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Officer Garry Flot

August 24, 2010

Public Advisory

New Orleans, LA – Members of the New Orleans Police Department’s Field Operations Bureau will initiate a citywide crime walk.  This walk will include the participation of all eight police districts and members from the Crimestoppers staff. District commanders and their officers will walk throughout the community passing out Crimestoppers flyers and interacting with the people within the community.  The event is scheduled for Thursday August 26, 2010, at 6:30 P.M.  The media is invited.

Crime Walk Starting Points:

First District:              Comiskey Playground (S. Jeff Davis and Baudin Street)

Second District:         Broad Street and La. Ave. Pkwy.

Third District:            Pontchartrain Park (Prentiss and Press).

Fourth District:          Tall Timbers subdivision

Fifth District:              Caffin Avenue and North Claiborne Avenue

Sixth District:             South Liberty Street and Martin Luther King Blvd

Seventh District:        Mapleridge @ Michoud Blvd.

Eighth District:           1040 St. Charles Avenue

The following is a break down of the locations of the citywide crime walk and walking route.

FIRST DISTRICT
The starting location will be South Jeff Davis/Baudin (Comiskey Playground). The walk starts at the above location down Baudin to South Pierce to D'Hemecourt back to Baudin, ending back at Comiskey Park.

 

SECOND DISTRICT
The route will be from

Pkwy.  This route consists of about ten (blocks). 

THIRD DISTRICT
The route will begin and end at Prentiss and Press (PontchartrainPark). We will start at Prentiss and walk with traffic on Press to Mirabeau, then turn around and walk lakebound on Press, back to the park.

FOURTH DISTRICT
The Fourth District will walk in the Tall Timbers subdivision.

FIFTH DISTRICT

Start at Caffin and North Claiborne by Dr. Martin Luther King Charter; Riverbound on Caffin to North Villere; Left on North Villere towards Lizardi; Riverbound on Lizardi past park cross St. Claude past St. Claude Food Store and Brother's ending at Lizardi and Burgundy at Mercede's Place

SIXTH DISTRICT

The walk will start at South Liberty and

SEVENTH DISTRICT

The 7^th District will start at the corner of Mapleridge @ Michoud Blvd and walk through the community.

EIGHTH DISTRICT
Begin at

Turn right on Andrew Higgins Blvd. (one block);

Turn left on Camp Street (five blocks), passing the Ozanam Inn at 843 Camp Street;

Turn left and travel through Lafayette Square between North and South Maestri Streets;

Turn left on St. Charles Avenue (half of a block);

Turn left on Girod Street (three blocks);

Turn right on Tchoupitoulas Street (three blocks);

Veer right onto Annunciation Street (one block);

Turn right on Poeyfarre Street, passing a couple of condo buildings;

Ending at Magazine and Poeyfarre (D Day/American Sector area)

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Officer Garry Flot

August 24, 2010

Suspect Wanted For Murder

New Orleans, LA -The New Orleans Police Department is requesting the public’s assistance in locating and identifying a suspect wanted in connection with the murder of a 24-year-old local male.  The offense occurred on August 15, 2010, shortly before 3:30 A.M., at the intersection of Perdido and South Roman Streets.  

According to investigators, First District officers responded to a call of "shots fired", and upon their arrival found the victim inside of a vehicle suffering from apparent multiple gunshot wounds to the body.  Emergency medical technicians were summoned to the scene and transported the victim to a local hospital where he later died. 

During the course of the follow up investigation, investigators ascertained video surveillance, in which the suspect was captured moments prior to the incident occurring.

The suspect was described as an African American male wearing a white t-shirt and dark colored jeans. 

A copy of the video can be picked up by local media outlets from the Juvenile Division at 715 South Broad.

Homicide Detective Ryan Aucoin is in charge of the investigation and can be reached at 658-5300. 

Citizens with information that can help solve this crime are asked to call CRIMESTOPPERS at 822-1111 or toll-free 1-877-903-STOP (7867). You could receive a cash reward of up to $2,500 for information leading to the arrest and indictment of the responsible person(s). You do not have to give your name nor testify to receive the reward.

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Officer Hilal Williams

August 23, 2010

S.O.D. Task Force Unit Reports Positive Results

New Orleans, LA – Superintendent of Police Ronal Serpas announced the results of the S.O.D. Task Force Unit.  These results are from August 15, 2010 thru August 21, 2010.

The Special Operations Division Task Force Unit arrested 64 adults for 27 Felony, 66 Misdemeanor and 4 Municipal violations.  They conducted 113 vehicle stops, issued 7 citations and made 7 Traffic arrests.  The unit made 7 Narcotics cases, executed 1 Search Warrant, conducted 58 wanted checks, and made 256 pedestrian contacts.  They wrote 96 reports, confiscated 2 guns and 144.42 grams of Marijuana and seized approximately $160.00 in cash.

Officers conducted a traffic stop at the intersection of Read and Haynes Boulevards and arrested 28-year-old Arnold Williams, for Possession of a Firearm During a Crime and Possession of Marijuana.  Williams had a .45 caliber Taurus Millennium gun and 115.94 grams of marijuana (4.8 ounces) in his possession. 

Officers conducted a traffic stop of a Black 2006 Ford Escape at Gen. Pershing & Willow Street.  The driver later identified as 23-year-old Steven Oliver was driving without a seatbelt. A registration check of the vehicle found the vehicle to have been reported stolen from Kenner. A name check of the driver, Oliver was wanted for (3) outstanding warrants for Resisting Arrest by Flight from the Kenner Police Department.

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Officer Garry Flot

August 23, 2010

Superintendent Serpas Reports the continuing Success from the Districts Narcotics and Task Force Units

New Orleans, LA – Superintendent of Police Ronal Serpas announced the results from the Districts Narcotics and Task Force Units. These results are from August 15, 2010 thru August 21, 2010.   

First District Narcotics and Task Force Units investigated 243 complaints, one hot line tip, made 48 arrests for 24 felony, 20 Misdemeanor, and 4 Municipal violations.  The units wrote 37 reports, made 265 pedestrian contacts, stopped 139 vehicles, wrote 77 citations and made 24 traffic arrests.  They made 16 Narcotics cases, confiscated 3 guns, Marijuana, Crack Cocaine, and Powder Cocaine.       

Second District Narcotics and Task Force Units investigated 253 complaints, made 21 arrests for 3 felony, 41 Misdemeanor, and 3 Municipal arrests.  They made 204 pedestrian contacts, 46 field interviews, wrote 47 reports, conducted 115 vehicle stops, issued 23 citations and made 8 traffic arrests.  The units conducted 15 wanted checks, made 3 narcotics cases, confiscated 1 gun, Marijuana, Powder Cocaine, and pills.   

Third District Narcotics and Task Force Units investigated 87 complaints, arrested 18 persons for 8 Felony, 18 Misdemeanors, and had 2 Curfew violators.  The units made 59 pedestrian contacts, 25 field interviews, and wrote 31 reports.  They made 65 vehicle stops, issued 64 citations and made 19 traffic arrests.  The units conducted 2 wanted checks, had 3 hot line complaints, executed 2 Search Warrants and confiscated Marijuana and pills.        

Fourth District Narcotics and Task Force Units investigated 211 complaints, 2 hot line tips, arrested 50 persons for 7 felony, 34 misdemeanor, 9 Municipal and 12 traffic.  They conducted 39 field interviews, 173 pedestrian contacts, wrote 52 reports, 95 vehicle checks and issued 28 citations.  They made 10 Narcotics cases and confiscated 1 gun, Marijuana and Crack cocaine.      

Fifth District Narcotics and Task Force Units investigated 111 complaints, 7 hot line tips, resulting in 13 arrests for 6 Felony, 5 Misdemeanor and 3 Municipal arrests.  They conducted 46 vehicle checks, issued 5 citations, made 3 traffic arrests and wrote 10 reports.  The units made 5 Narcotics cases, made 45 pedestrian contacts, 60 field interviews, confiscated 1 gun, Marijuana, Cocaine and Heroin.          

Sixth District Narcotics and Task Force Units investigated 91 complaints, made 18 arrests for 11 felony, 9 Misdemeanor, and 1 Municipal arrest.  They made 53 pedestrian contacts, 11 field interviews, wrote 17 reports, conducted 41 vehicle stops, issued 2 citations and made 1 traffic arrest.  The units conducted 3 wanted checks, executed 2 Search Warrants, made 11 narcotics cases, confiscated Marijuana, Crack Cocaine, pills and seized approximately $764.00 in cash.     

Seventh District Narcotics and Task Force Units investigated 57 complaints and 2 Hot Line tips.  They made 10 Felony, 13 Misdemeanor and 2 Municipal arrests.  They made 138 pedestrian contacts, 103 field interviews and wrote 7 reports.  The units stopped 53 vehicles, wrote 1 citation, made 2 narcotics cases and confiscated Marijuana.

Eighth District Narcotics and Task Force Units investigated 258 complaints, 3 hot line complaints, arrested 29 persons for 2 felony, 14 misdemeanor, 12 Municipal, 4 traffic arrests and wrote 4 Summons.  They interviewed 102 individuals, wrote 13 reports, conducted 49 vehicle checks and wrote 24 citations.  They investigated 4 narcotics cases, conducted 12 wanted checks, confiscated Marijuana, Cocaine and seized $200.00 in cash.

As a result the Narcotics and Tasks Force Units investigated approximately 1311 complaints.  They conducted 4 Search Warrants, investigated 71 Felony cases, 603 Vehicle checks resulting in 247 citations, and 55 Narcotics cases.  They confiscated 6 guns and numerous grams of Crack, Marijuana, Crack Cocaine, Powder Cocaine, Heroin and Pills.    

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Officer Garry Flot

August 23, 2010

Missing Person

New Orleans/>, LA/>/> - The New Orleans Police Department is requesting the public’s assistance in locating 25-year-old Yusef Aziz Ahmed, who was last seen by his roommate, on August 20, 2010, at about 7:30 A.M., in the 1100 block of

According to his roommate, Yusef Aziz Ahmed advised that he was going outside to his driveway to retrieve something from his vehicle and left in his vehicle. His roommate attempted to contact him via phone, but was unsuccessful.

Yusef Aziz Ahmed may be driving a 2002 silver Chevrolet Malibu with an unknown Virginia Plate. Yusef Aziz Ahmed also goes by the name Yusef Aziz White. 

Yusef Aziz Ahmed is described as an African- American male, approximately 170 to 180 pounds, approximately 5’10”, with black hair and brown colored eyes. He was last seen wearing a white shirt and dark colored shorts.          

Anyone with information on Yusef Aziz Ahmed whereabouts should contact the New Orleans Police Department at 821-2222, 911 or Detectives in the Second District at 504-658-6020.    

. A jpg of the missing person has been e-mailed to all local media outlets.

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Officer Janssen Valencia

August 22, 2010

 Suspect Wanted For Oral Sexual Battery/>, Attempted Rape and Simple Robbery

New Orleans/>, LA/>/> - The New Orleans Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance in locating 18-year-old Craig Hayes wanted for Oral Sexual Battery, Attempted Rape and Simple Robbery.  The offense occurred July 23, 2010, at approximately 4:00 a.m., in the 2600 block of General Odgen.

According to investigators, the victim was sitting on her porch when the wanted suspect rode up to the house on a silver bicycle. He then approached the victim and requested that she give him her money, but she stated that she did not have any. The suspect then took her purse and forced the victim to the rear yard of the residence where he sexually assaulted her. The suspect implied that he had a weapon and attempted to rape the victim, at which time she screamed and ran into the house.  The suspect then fled on his bicycle in a river bound direction.

Craig Haynes is described as an African American male, 5’9”, approximately 185 lbs and with a thin build.  Haynes is described as having brown eyes and black hair.  He was last seen wearing a red polo style short sleeve shirt, blue jeans and tennis shoes. He was ridding a silver bicycle.

Wanted:         Craig Haynes (last known address) 1660

Wanted for:   Oral Sexual Battery/>, Attempted Rape and Simple Robbery.

Any one with information regarding this incident and wanted subject is encouraged to notify Detective Vernon Haynes who is in charge of the investigation. He can be reached at 504-658-5521 or 504-330-9907.

Crimestoppers is offering up to a $2,500 cash reward for information leading to the arrest and indictment of the person responsible.  Anyone having information concerning this crime is asked to call Crimestoppers at 822-1111 or toll free for long distance at 1-877-903-STOP (7867).  Callers do not have to give their name nor testify in court.

Officer Janssen Valencia/>/>

August 22, 2010

Press Briefing Mayor Mitch Landrieu and Chief Ronal Serpas 

New Orleans, La. – Mayor Mitch Landrieu and Superintendent of Police Ronal Serpas will hold a news briefing to discuss accomplishments during the Superintendents first 100 days in office. Superintendent Serpas will also discuss plans and goals for the future. The briefing will be held on Monday, August 23, 2010, at City Hall on the second floor, in the Mayor’s Press room at 10:30 a.m.  The media is invited and encouraged to attend.

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Janssen Valencia

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August 20, 2010

Suspect Arrested for Murder

New Orleans, LA –Members of the New Orleans Police Department's Homicide Division have arrested 26-year-old Tameka Dauphine, wanted in connection with the shooting death of 23-year-old Deiontay Melancon and the shooting of 28-year-old Michael Lucky. The offense occurred on May 1, 2010, in the 7800 block of Symmes Street.

According to investigators, Seventh District officers responded to a call of "shots fired" and upon their arrival, located Melancon suffering from multiple gunshot wounds to his body.  Melancon was transported to a local hospital where he later died.

As a result of the ongoing investigation, Detective Desmond Pratt positively identified and arrested 20-year-old Leavell Marsh, 21-year-old Karl Dauphine, and 17-year-old Kyle Conerly for (1) count of second-degree murder and (1) count of attempted second-degree murder.

This morning, 26-year-old Tameka Dauphine was arrested and booked with Conspiring and principle to second-degree murder. An arrest warrant has been issued for 22-year-old Aaron Russell for Conspiring and principle to second-degree murder.

Citizens with information that can help solve this crime are asked to call CRIMESTOPPERS at 822-1111, toll-free 1-877-903-STOP(7867). You could receive a cash reward of up to $2,500 for information leading to the arrest and indictment of the responsible person(s). You do not have to give your name nor testify to receive the reward.

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Officer Shereese Harper