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October 29, 2010

New Orleans Police Department – Public Information Office

 Suspect Arrested for Sexual Battery

New Orleans – Members of the New Orleans Police Department have arrested 17-year-old Gordon Gabriel, for a sexual battery that occurred on October 24, 2010, at approximately 5:00 P.M., in the 3400 block of Garden Oaks Drive.

According to investigators, the 5-year-old victim was playing outside when she was sexually assaulted by the perpetrator.  The mother of the child notified police on October 28, 2010 who immediately began their investigation. 

Gabriel, an acquaintance to the victim, was positively identified on scene as the person responsible for the sexual assault.  Gabriel was arrested and booked with sexual battery.

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.

The New Orleans Police Department, under the leadership of Superintendent Ronal W. Serpas, is engaged in a complete transformation in its approach to ensuring that New Orleans is a safer place to live, work and visit.  The police force, which currently employs 1,735 dedicated men and women, is committed to transparency, accountability, collaboration and integrity.  To learn more about the NOPD and our services, visit http://www.cityofno.com/portals/portal50/portal.aspx  and visit us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/home.php?

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Officer Hilal Williams