NEW ORLEANS, LA – Today, District E City Councilmember Oliver M. Thomas Jr. issued the following statement:

“Our hearts are heavy upon learning the news of the passing of Bryan Vasquez, the 12-year-old boy who went missing in his neighborhood,” said Thomas. “This tragedy affects not just the residents of New Orleans East or even District E, but all of our neighborhoods in the city of New Orleans.”

“I want to extend my condolences to Bryan’s family and their friends and those in their faith circles, as well as those in our community who joined in the search and provided so much support during this most difficult time. My office will continue to support the family, and I will continue to provide any support in the investigation into his death and work with my fellow city colleagues to find ways to improve notification systems in the future.”