French Quarter assault suspect sought

Eighth district assault suspect sought
Eighth district assault suspect sought Photo credit NOPD

New Orleans Police need the public’s help in identifying and locating a suspect believed to be involved in an aggravated assault incident that occurred on Tuesday night

At around 7:55 p.m., the unknown male subject got into a physical altercation with an employee at a business located in the French Quarter on St. Louis Street between Royal and Bourbon Streets.

During the altercation, the subject removed a black revolver style pistol from his waistband and pointed it at the victim’s face.

The suspect fled on foot toward Royal Street and then in an unknown direction.

The suspect is wearing a white in color hoodie and sweatpants with a “SECRET” logo embossed on the chest and left pant leg.

The subject also wore white Nike “Air Force One” style sneakers and a red backpack.

This subject is to be considered armed and dangerous, and citizens are asked to exercise caution.

Anyone with information regarding the identity or the whereabouts of the subject are asked to contact NOPD.

Featured Image Photo Credit: NOPD