The New Orleans Police Department is seeking the public’s help in tracking down a man wanted for a series of burglaries in the city’s uptown area. The suspect, identified as Merrick Kentrell Payton, has multiple warrants out for his arrest in connection with burglaries that took place between January 31 and June 18.
Described as a Black male born on May 10, 1989, Payton stands 6 feet tall and weighs approximately 180 pounds. He has been seen riding a bicycle and is known to carry a distinctive backpack with multi-colored side pockets. According to NOPD News, investigators have linked Payton to the burglaries after piecing together evidence from the affected businesses and residences…