NOPD: Running man tried to cash bad $21k check

NEW ORLEANS (WGNO) — The New Orleans Police Department is looking to identify and arrest a suspect who is accused of trying to cash a fraudulent $21,000 check. The case is the latest one to roll on the Wheel of Justice.

According to police, around 1:00 in the afternoon on Oct. 1, the man entered a business in the 1900 block of Tchoupitoulas Street. They say he tried to cash a $21,000 check at a financial institution there, but was denied. They also say he had a fraudulent driver’s license and social security card.

When workers caught the irregularities, the man ran from the business. Police released a couple of images of the suspect.

To see the latest Wheel of Justice report, including the images of the suspect, watch the video at the top of this story. If you have information that could help police identify or locate the suspect, call CrimeStoppers at 504-822-1111. You don’t have to reveal your name or testify in court, and you could be eligible to earn a cash reward.

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