Reward Increased For Information In Dr.'s Murder On Halloween
Written by WGNO ABC26 News
Friday, 06 November 2009 11:30
ABC26 News
Today, Crimestoppers announces that the reward for information which leads to the arrest and indictment of the suspect(s) responsible for the homicide of Dr. Ralph Edward Newsome, Jr. which occurred in the early morning hours of October 31st, in his home located in the 900 block of Toulouse, as well as the arson of his home has been increased to up to $7,500. The increase was made possible from a donation from Tulane University.
We are also asking for any assistance by neighbors in the 900 block of Toulouse who may have home surveillance cameras that would have captured anyone walking in the area between 11:00 p.m. on the evening of Friday, October 30th to the morning of Saturday, October 31st. to contact either NOPD Detective Ryan Aucoin at 658-5300 or Crimestoppers at (504) 822-1111.
To be eligible to receive the cash reward, a caller must contact Crimestoppers directly. Anyone with information on this crime is asked to call Crimestoppers at (504) 822-1111 or 1(877)903-STOP. You will remain anonymous and do not have to testify to earn the cash reward.
