2nd District Email Blast - Update

Email Blast

NOPD 2^nd District

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Second District detectives were able to identify a suspect in the robbery which occurred April 5^th in the 8300 block of Zimple Street. The suspect was positively identified by the victim via a photographic line-up. Detectives have secured an arrest warrant for Joshua Despenza (BM, 3/7/86).  A photo is attached. Detectives are also investigating his involvement in other robbery offenses in the district.

 

If you have any information on the whereabouts of Joshua Despenza, please contact Sgt. Shaun Ferguson at 658-6024 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: Monday, April 07, 2008 4:17 PM
Subject: 2nd District Email Blast

 

Email Blast

NOPD 2^nd District

 

On April 5^th between about 8:10am and 9:00 am, a black male suspect committed several robberies in the 2^nd District area. The offense locations were as follows:

 

1. 800 block of Short Street (Simple Robbery – No Weapon Used)
2. 8300 block of Zimple Street (Armed Robbery – Implied Weapon)
3. Dante & Freret Street ((Simple Robbery – No Weapon Used)
4. 1200 block of Joseph Street (Armed Robbery)

 

The suspect is described as a black male in his early 20’s, 5’10” - 6’0”, thin build, dark complexion, short black hair, wearing an orange or reddish colored shirt and black pants. The suspect was driving a blue convertible car with a black top. The car may have been a Toyota Solaris.

 

If you have any further information on this case, please contact Sgt. Shaun Ferguson at 658-6024 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