New Orleans Citizen Crime Watch

Email Blast
NOPD 2nd District

On March 11th at or about 2:00 am, the victim parked her vehicle in the 900 block of Lowerline Street . She started walking down the street enroute to a friend’s house. While crossing the street, she was approached by a black male who was armed with a handgun. The subject told the victim to return to her vehicle. They both walked to the car and got inside. The victim drove, while the suspect remained in the passenger seat. After traveling only a couple of blocks, the victim and the suspect switched positions - with the suspect now driving the vehicle. When the car stopped at Broadway and Freret, the victim exited the car and fled on foot. The suspect drove off with the victim’s car. She walked two blocks back to her friend’s residence and contacted police about 1 hour after the incident occurred. Tulane Police and NOPD officers recovered the abandoned car in the 7300 block of Freret (about ½ block away from where it was originally parked). Several valuable items were left inside the vehicle by the suspect. The victim was unharmed.

The suspect is described as a 20-25 year old black male, 5’10”, 175-200 lbs., dark complexion, medium length braids, soft spoken (called victim Miss), wearing a black hoodie sweatshirt, no further information.

If you have any further information on this case, please contact Sgt. Shaun Ferguson or Det. Douglas Butler at 658-6022 or 658-6020. You may also call Crimestoppers anonymously at 822-1111.

Remember to report any suspicious persons or activities you see in your neighborhood by calling 821-2222. In an emergency, call 911 immediately.

Major Kirk Bouyelas
Second District Commander
New Orleans Police Department

Email Blast
NOPD 2nd District

On Friday, March 7th Narcotics Detectives along with Probation and Parole Agents, conducted a “probation” check at 4012 Annunciation Street – the residence on file for Comeese Mimitte (BM, 4/11/89). Mimitte was on probation for a previous drug violation. During the probation check agents recovered over 40 grams of crack cocaine, 60+ grams of marijuana, and a .25 caliber handgun. Mimitte was arrested for the probation violation and the additional narcotics and weapon violations. (See attached photo)

Remember to report any suspicious persons or activities you see in your neighborhood by calling 821-2222. In an emergency, call 911 immediately.

Major Kirk Bouyelas
Second District Commander
New Orleans Police Department

Email Blast
NOPD 2nd District

On March 7th at or about 10:30 am, a black male walked into the Capital One Bank located at 3540 St. Charles Avenue . The suspect approached the teller and implied he had a weapon. He then demanded money from the teller. The suspect was given an undisclosed amount of bait money with a dye pack inside. He fled on foot down Foucher Street toward Prytania Street. The suspect is described as a black male, 18-20 years old, 5’9”, thin build, wearing a white t-shirt and a dark colored jacket (photo attached).

If you have any further information on this case, please contact Sgt. Shaun Ferguson or Det. Douglas Butler at 658-6022 or 658-6020. You may also call Crimestoppers anonymously at 822-1111.

Remember to report any suspicious persons or activities you see in your neighborhood by calling 821-2222. In an emergency, call 911 immediately.

Major Kirk Bouyelas
Second District Commander
New Orleans Police Department

Email Blast
NOPD 2nd District

On March 6th - Officers were again patrolling the area of 5300 Constance Street in response to increased activity reported by neighbors. At approximately 3:30pm, officers arrested one Renaud Cockrham (BM, 2/17/89), residing at 3242 Annunciation Street . Cockrham was arrested for criminal trespassing and possession of marijuana.

We will continue to monitor this area and make continued checks in the coming weeks. Remember to report any suspicious persons or activities you see in your neighborhood by calling 821-2222. In an emergency, call 911 immediately.

Major Kirk Bouyelas
Second District Commander
New Orleans Police Department

Email Blast
NOPD 2nd District

+++ UPDATE +++

On March 5th – your 2nd District detectives arrested a KNOWN 15 year old male and obtained an arrest warrant for a KNOWN 16 year old female, in conjunction with the below mentioned carjacking. The 16 year old female is currently being held by authorities in Jefferson Parish for a robbery offense that occurred on the Westbank. In addition to these arrests being made, detectives were able to recover the victim’s vehicle. Detectives also located the victim’s puppy that was inside the vehicle when it was stolen. The puppy has been returned to the victim.

If you have any further information on this case, please contact Sgt. Shaun Ferguson or Det. Brian Baye at 658-6022 or 658-6020. You may also call Crimestoppers anonymously at 822-1111.

Remember to report any suspicious persons or activities you see in your neighborhood by calling 821-2222. In an emergency, call 911 immediately.

Major Kirk Bouyelas
Second District Commander
New Orleans Police Department

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From: Kirk M. Bouyelas
Sent: Tuesday, February 26, 2008 10:57 PM
Subject: 2nd District Email Blast

Email Blast
NOPD 2nd District

On February 26th at or about 3:30 pm, the victim was parked in the 5300 block of Daneel Street . While waiting in his vehicle, a white Ford Escape pulled in front of his vehicle – blocking him in. A black female exited the Ford Escape and ordered the victim and his daughter from the vehicle at gunpoint. The female entered the victim’s vehicle (2005 Acura MDX) and drove away. Unknown subject(s) who remained in the Ford Escape also drove away. The victim notified a nearby off-duty police officer (who was directing traffic) of the incident. Responding officers were unable to apprehend the subjects, although the Ford Escape was located shortly after the robbery. Detectives are continuing to work the case.

If you have any further information on this case, please contact Sgt. Shaun Ferguson or Det. Brian Baye at 658-6022 or 658-6020. You may also call Crimestoppers anonymously at 822-1111.

Remember to report any suspicious persons or activities you see in your neighborhood by calling 821-2222. In an emergency, call 911 immediately.

Major Kirk Bouyelas
Second District Commander
New Orleans Police Department

Email Blast
NOPD 2nd District

Last night Officers were patrolling the area of 5300 Constance Street in response to increased activity reported by neighbors. At approximately 11pm, Officers stopped one Jearrin Cooper (BM, 3/28/88), residing at 1800 Laurel Street . Cooper was subsequently arrested for carrying a concealed handgun and possession of marijuana.

We will continue to monitor this area and make continued checks in the coming weeks. Remember to report any suspicious persons or activities you see in your neighborhood by calling 821-2222. In an emergency, call 911 immediately.

Major Kirk Bouyelas
Second District Commander
New Orleans Police Department

Email Blast
NOPD 2nd District

+++ Update +++

On March 4th detectives were able to identify the suspect responsible for the below listed murder of Michael Spencer. The suspect has been identified as Calvin Thomas (BM, 06-29-1988). An arrest warrant has been obtained for Thomas. Officers are currently searching for Thomas in an effort to arrest him for this murder.

If you have any information on Calvin Thomas’ whereabouts, please contact Sgt. Shawn Ferguson or Det. Douglas Butler at 658-6022 or 658-6020. You may also call Crimestoppers anonymously at 822-1111.

Remember to report any suspicious persons or activities you see in your neighborhood by calling 821-2222. In an emergency, call 911 immediately.

Major Kirk Bouyelas
Second District Commander
New Orleans Police Department

From: Kirk M. Bouyelas
Sent: Thursday, February 28, 2008 3:14 PM
Subject: 2nd District Email Blast

Email Blast
NOPD 2nd District

On February 27th at or about 5:50 pm, officers responded to a call of shots fired in the 3600 block of Daneel Street . Upon arrival, officers found the victim inside his vehicle. The victim had been shot in the head and was pronounced dead on the scene by EMS personnel. There is no description on the perpetrator.

If you have any further information on this case, please contact Sgt. Shawn Ferguson or Det. Douglas Butler at 658-6022 or 658-6020. You may also call Crimestoppers anonymously at 822-1111.

Remember to report any suspicious persons or activities you see in your neighborhood by calling 821-2222. In an emergency, call 911 immediately.

Major Kirk Bouyelas
Second District Commander
New Orleans Police Department

Email Blast
NOPD 2nd District

On March 4th at or about 3:00 pm, a resident in the 5400 block of S. Robertson heard a loud banging noise coming from the rear yard. When the resident went to investigate, she observed a Hispanic male lifting a red bicycle over their neighbor’s fence. Officer were summoned, but were unable to locate the suspect. Upon further investigation, it was learned that the neighboring residence had their door kicked in and several items were missing. The suspect is described as 25-35 year old Hispanic male, 5’5”, 140 lbs., clean shaven, wearing a dark colored jacket and a dark colored cap.

If you have any further information on this case, please contact Sgt. Rick Pari or Det. Heather Gore at 658-6022 or 658-6020. You may also call Crimestoppers anonymously at 822-1111.

Major Kirk Bouyelas
Second District Commander
New Orleans Police Department

Compiled from various 2nd District Email Blasts, the schedule of upcoming walking beats (map):

As per discussion at the recent NONPACC meeting, we will begin sending out email notices on when/where officers will be on walking beats in the 2nd District.

On March 6th officers will be on walking beats in “Zone I”, between the hours of 7:00am – 7:00pm. Zone I = State > Napoleon; St. Charles > Freret

On March 7th officers will be on walking beats in “Zone B”, between the hours of 7:00am – 7:00pm. Zone B = State > Napoleon; Magazine > River

On March 8th officers will be on walking beats in “Zone F”, between the hours of 7:00am – 7:00pm. Zone F = State > Napoleon; St. Charles > Magazine

On March 14th officers will be on walking beats in “Zone C”, between the hours of 7:00am – 7:00pm. Zone C = Napoleon > Louisiana; Magazine > River

On March 16th officers will be on walking beats in “Zone E”, between the hours of 7:00am – 7:00pm. State > Broadway; St. Charles > Magazine

Major Kirk Bouyelas
Second District Commander
New Orleans Police Department

Email Blast
NOPD 2nd District

+++ Update +++

On March 4th detectives were able to identify the suspect responsible for the below listed murder of Michael Spencer. The suspect has been identified as Calvin Thomas (BM, 06-29-1988). An arrest warrant has been obtained for Thomas. Officers are currently searching for Thomas in an effort to arrest him for this murder.

If you have any information on Calvin Thomas’ whereabouts, please contact Sgt. Shawn Ferguson or Det. Douglas Butler at 658-6022 or 658-6020. You may also call Crimestoppers anonymously at 822-1111.

Remember to report any suspicious persons or activities you see in your neighborhood by calling 821-2222. In an emergency, call 911 immediately.

Major Kirk Bouyelas
Second District Commander
New Orleans Police Department

From: Kirk M. Bouyelas
Sent: Thursday, February 28, 2008 3:14 PM
Subject: 2nd District Email Blast

Email Blast
NOPD 2nd District

On February 27th at or about 5:50 pm, officers responded to a call of shots fired in the 3600 block of Daneel Street . Upon arrival, officers found the victim inside his vehicle. The victim had been shot in the head and was pronounced dead on the scene by EMS personnel. There is no description on the perpetrator.

If you have any further information on this case, please contact Sgt. Shawn Ferguson or Det. Douglas Butler at 658-6022 or 658-6020. You may also call Crimestoppers anonymously at 822-1111.

Remember to report any suspicious persons or activities you see in your neighborhood by calling 821-2222. In an emergency, call 911 immediately.

Major Kirk Bouyelas
Second District Commander
New Orleans Police Department