The New Orleans Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in locating Anthony Leonard Jackson, Jr., a 20-year-old Black male who stands 5 feet 11 inches tall and weighs 198 pounds. Jackson is currently wanted for theft of assets from an elderly or disabled person and for the exploitation of the infirmed. Investigators allege that around 10:00 a.m. on May 27, 2026, Jackson entered an undisclosed residence in the Algiers neighborhood of New Orleans and stole an envelope containing approximately $800 in cash from the purse of an 85-year-old blind victim. Authorities emphasize that all individuals are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. The Fourth District of the New Orleans Police Department is actively investigating the case and is urging anyone with information to come forward. Detectives can be contacted directly at 504-658-6040. Members of the public who prefer to remain anonymous may report tips to Crimestoppers of Greater New Orleans by calling 504-822-1111 or the toll-free number 1-877-903-STOP. Additional information can also be submitted through the Crimestoppers website. Law enforcement continues to appeal to community members for any details that could assist in locating the suspect and recovering the stolen funds. Anyone with relevant information is encouraged to reach out to the appropriate agencies immediately to aid in the ongoing investigation.