Police Arrest Second Suspect in Hogan Murder Case
Authorities apprehended Michael Adams following the earlier arrest of Fredrick Johnson in the death of Alphonse Hogan Jr.
Updated on Oct. 15, 2026 in Financial Crime
The New Orleans Police Department has arrested 35-year-old Michael Adams on charges related to the murder of 69-year-old Alphonse Hogan Jr. Adams faces counts of accessory after the fact and obstruction of justice in the ongoing investigation.
Why it matters
The arrest marks a significant step in a case that began as a missing person report after Hogan Jr. disappeared in August. Despite the arrests of Adams and primary suspect Fredrick Johnson, the victim's body has not yet been located by authorities.
Michael Adams remains in custody following his arrest on one count of accessory after the fact and one count of obstruction of justice. The investigation involves the NOPD Homicide Section alongside the FBI and Louisiana State Police.
The players
Michael Adams
He is a 35-year-old suspect charged with accessory after the fact and obstruction of justice.
Fredrick Johnson
He is the nephew of the victim and was arrested in August for second-degree murder.
Alphonse Hogan Jr.
The 69-year-old victim was first reported missing before the case became a homicide investigation.
New Orleans Police Department
The local law enforcement agency is managing the homicide investigation and case proceedings.
The details
Adams was taken into custody by multiple agencies in the 1900 block of JoAnn Place. He is linked to the case involving Fredrick Johnson, who is identified as the nephew of the late Alphonse Hogan Jr. and was previously charged with second-degree murder.
Timeline
August 3, 2026: Alphonse Hogan Jr. was last seen near Lapeyrouse and North Johnson streets.
August 21, 2026: Primary suspect Fredrick Johnson was arrested in Gonzales, Louisiana.
October 14, 2026: Michael Adams was arrested in New Orleans.
Legal Context
This case follows the established pattern where law enforcement transitions from a missing person search to a homicide investigation upon uncovering evidence of foul play. These procedural shifts are common in New Orleans when evidence suggests criminal involvement in a disappearance.
The involvement of federal and state agencies in this arrest indicates an ongoing, high-priority investigation. Residents should remain aware that police activity may continue in areas related to the recovery of evidence.
The takeaway
Investigators are continuing their search for the victim, highlighting the complexity of building homicide cases without a recovered body. Families of missing persons are encouraged to maintain contact with local detectives as cases evolve from search operations into criminal proceedings.
Further reading
For more updates on local legal developments, visit the New Orleans Financial Crime section.
