The New Orleans Police Department announced on Apr. 20 that it is seeking the public’s help to locate Donovan Demazeliere, a person of interest in an ongoing homicide investigation.
Police say Demazeliere, a Black male born on March 3, 2006, may be driving a Nissan Altima with Louisiana license plate number 625 DYP. Investigators believe he has information important to the case regarding a homicide that occurred on February 4 in the 1800 block of North Miro Street.
Authorities emphasized that Demazeliere is not wanted for this crime but is being sought solely for the information he may possess about the incident. “Please note Donovan Demazeliere is NOT wanted for this crime and is sought only because of the information he is believed to possess,” police said.
Anyone who can provide additional information related to this investigation is encouraged to contact NOPD Homicide detectives at 504-658-5300. Anonymous tips can also be submitted by calling Crimestoppers of Greater New Orleans at 504-822-1111 or toll-free at 1-877-903-STOP. Online tips are accepted through https://www.crimestoppersgno.org.
Questions or corrections regarding this matter should be directed to NOPD’s Public Affairs Division via email at nopdpio@nola.gov.