Burglar Rappels Into Store Through Ceiling, Can't Climb Back Out

BALTIMORE (WJZ) -- New Orleans police say they are looking for a man who broke into a store through the ceiling, tripped the burglary alarm and then couldn't climb back out.

Surveillance video shows the suspect lowering himself into the shop in the 2800 block of South Claiborne Avenue around 12:40 a.m. April 17, then ransacking the store trying to escape.

After locating the exit door, he fled on foot, police say.

If you have any information regarding this incident or the identity of the perpetrator please contact any Sixth District detective at 504-658-6060. Citizens with information that can help solve crimes are asked to call Crimestoppers at 504-822-1111 or toll-free 1-877-903-STOP.

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