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3 days ago
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NOPD searching for 3 suspects accused of trying to steal a car
NEW ORLEANS (WGNO) — The New Orleans Police Department is trying to identify three suspects in a car burglary investigation. The case is the latest one to roll on the Wheel of Justice. The crime happened on Thursday, May 15, in the 2600 block of Wisteria Street in Gentilly Terrace. Police also released security camera footage that shows much of what happened. NOPD: 2 suspects, 2 burglaries, same block of Canal Street According to police around 4 p.m., three young people were walking down the street and approached a car that was parked in a driveway. The security camera footage shows one of the suspects using a tool to shatter a window on a passenger side door. Then he climbs into the car. Police did not say if any items were missing, but they say that the steering column had been defeated in an unsuccessful attempt to steal car. New Orleans police searching for Jeep thieves caught on camera To see the latest Wheel of Justice report, including the security camera footage, watch the video at the top of this story. If you have information that could help police identify or locate the suspects, call CrimeStoppers at 504-822-1111. You don't have to reveal your name or testify in court, and you could be eligible to earn a cash reward. So far, more than 475 people have been booked after their cases roll on the Wheel of infant's skull fractured in fight, two arrested NOPD searching for 3 suspects accused of trying to steal a car Toyota Tundra recall: Over 400K vehicles affected New Iberia man arrested after chase across parish line ends in crash New York Times agrees to license its material for Amazon's AI Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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3 days ago
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Thibodaux infant's skull fractured in fight, two arrested
THIBODAUX, La. (WGNO) — A mother and daughter from Thibodaux have been arrested after their fight allegedly resulted in an infant's skull being fractured on Tuesday, May 27. According to the Lafourche Parish Sheriff's Office, deputies were called to Karla Drive on report of a domestic disturbance at the home of Disheekia McDowell. West Nile virus detected in New Orleans There, they say they learned that two women, identified as Disheekia McDowell and Jada McDowell, were reportedly fighting and hitting each other with household items. During the fight, Jada allegedly picked up her infant daughter while continuing to fight Disheekia, resulting in the infant being injured. Investigators say a local hospital determined that the child had a skull fracture, and arrest warrants were then obtained for both women. They have been booked into the Lafourche Parish Correctional Complex on one count each of domestic abuse battery with child endangerment and second-degree cruelty to juveniles. Bail was set at $160,000 for Disheekia and $105,000 for infant's skull fractured in fight, two arrested NOPD searching for 3 suspects accused of trying to steal a car Toyota Tundra recall: Over 400K vehicles affected New Iberia man arrested after chase across parish line ends in crash New York Times agrees to license its material for Amazon's AI Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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5 days ago
- General
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9-Year-Old Shields Her Sister During a Shootout, and Then the Unthinkable Happens
A New Orleans familywas left heartbroken after a senseless act of violence earlier this month. Nine-year-old Lee'Lani Brooks was playing outside of her New Orleans home around 2 p.m. on Monday (May 12), according to a statement by NOPD. Then gunshots rang out, forcing her and her mother, Letisha Johnson, back inside their home. Although they made it indoors, Brooks' younger sister was still in the line of danger. So just as any older sibling would, Brooks rushed to her little sister's rescue. A stray bullet flew through the family's home, striking Brooks in the head. 'I've never had to deal with anything like this before in my life,' her mother, Johnson, told WVUE. The nine-year-old was taken to a nearby hospital where she was declared brain dead and placed on life support, according to 'That's what we want the world to remember her as: a hero,' community activist Mike Willis said, according to WVUE. 'Someone who was so selfless at nine years old.' One day after the shooting (May 13), Evans Rogers, 18, was arrested following a 'multi-hour standoff' with police, according to NOPD. Devante Traylor, 22, was also arrested. Three days later (May 16), Brooks' family made the gut-wrenching decision to remove her from the machines. 'I just want everyone to remember my baby for who she was,' Johnson said. A GoFundMe to help with funeral costs received over $10,300 in donations. 'Lee'Lani was taken from us too soon from a senseless act of violence in Her community,' Johnson wrote. Both men's charges were upgraded to second-degree murder and illegal use of weapon, following news of Brooks' death. As the investigation into the crime continues, NOPD also announced a third man, Dr. Kerry Sterling, was wanted in connection to the shooting, according to 4WWL. Earlier this year, Sterling was accused of being an accessory to a separate manslaughter incident. According to police, Sterling allegedly tried to con authorities into removing his sister's, Kyana Traylor, ankle bracelet, 4WWL also reported. She was out on $650,000 bail for the killing of a mentally disabled man in 2023. For the latest news, Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
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7 days ago
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Boyfriend of Desire homicide victim arrested on murder allegations
NEW ORLENS (WGNO) — A man is in police custody following a homicide investigation in the Desire area on Sunday, May 25. Around 10:39 a.m., New Orleans Police Department officers responded to the call of an unresponsive woman in a home in the 3400 block of Agriculture Street. Amite woman killed in Tangipahoa Parish car crash Upon arrival, officers reported finding the woman with trauma to the head. She was pronounced dead on the scene. During the investigation, officers said they interviewed the victim's boyfriend 56-year-old Charles Blunt, who they ultimately arrested on allegations of second-degree murder. The investigation remains ongoing. The Orleans Parish Coroners Office will release the woman's identity after an autopsy is done and the family is notified. Nine arrests made involving allegations of aiding Orleans Parish escaped inmates, legal analyst weighs in Anyone with information on the incident can call the NOPD Homicide detectives at 504-658-5300 or Crimestoppers at Chastain goes from worst to 1st to win NASCAR's Coca-Cola 600 2026 Hyundai IONIQ 9 review: The three-row Electric SUV that's quietly redefining family hauling Boyfriend of Desire homicide victim arrested on murder allegations Katrina survivor builds homes from cargo ship containers to weather all storms 4 finally going home after WWII bomber crash left 11 dead and 'non-recoverable' Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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24-05-2025
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One week since inmates escaped OJC jail
NEW ORLEANS (WGNO) — Seven days have passed since 10 Orleans Parish Jail inmates escaped. About 200 local, state and federal law enforcement officers are taking part in the manhunt and in the search for people who allegedly helped them. Another accused of helping Orleans Justice Center jailbreak inmates New Orleans Metropolitan Crime Commission President Rafael Goyeneche says those who are caught aiding the inmates are likely to face some serious penalties. 'You're talking about you know an aggravated escape; that's a felony. It's a serious felony, and the people that assisted or aid these people evade justice and evade apprehension, they're also committing felony offenses,' Goyeneche said. While plenty of arrests have already been made, the hunt is not over. In a release on Friday, New Orleans Police Department Director of Communications Officer Reese Harper stated that this remains a coordinated, multi-agency effort, and that they are leaving no stone unturned. However, Goyeneche says his biggest concern is that a lot of important police work may go untouched until the manhunt is over. Inmate accused of helping with Orleans Justice Center jailbreak 'The fact that 200 officers and agents have been working for seven days trying to find this means that their other responsibilities have suffered so this has been a setback,' Goyeneche said. However, he says that as more inmates are caught, fewer officers will be needed for the search. 'It doesn't mean that they're not looking. It means that now that the numbers are lower, they're looking for fewer people, it can be handled more efficiently without 200 people,' Goyeneche bans reporters from certain areas of building without escort Britney Spears given warning after smoking on LAX-bound flight: Reports Man turns himself in after mother found dead in home 'Top Gun' attraction flying into Las Vegas in 2028 One week since inmates escaped OJC jail Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
