The NOPD is searching for a subject in connection with an Eighth District auto theft.

The subject is wanted in connection with an auto theft that occurred on Tuesday, July 24, 2018 around 12:34 a.m. in the 600 block of Kerlerec Street.

The subject fled the scene with a black 2015 Dodge Charger with an Alabama license plate numbered 26M882.

Anyone with information on this incident or the whereabouts of the wanted subject and the stolen vehicle is asked to contact NOPD Eighth District Detective Ryan St. Martin at 504-658-6080 or call Crimestoppers anonymously at 504-822-1111 and toll free at 1-877-903-7867.