NOPD News

Members of the NOPD Traffic Division began the process of escorting hundreds of Mardi Gras floats to their sites of preparation for this Carnival season. Lt. Anthony Micheu explains the process and why it is necessary for the safety of the floats and the community.

NOPD First District Sgt. L.J. Smith loves to dance. After a recent video of him showing off his moves at LUNA Fête went viral, Smith spent this morning talking with NOLA.com | The Times-Picayune about how he feels his dancing helps both he and the NOPD better connect with citizens in the community.

Every day, after school, you’ll find NOPD Officer James Caire and NOPD Sgt. Gregory Johnson volunteer their time teaching band students at McDonough 35 High School.

Eighth District officers Jason Collins & Joel Smith were both named Bardell Co. Officers of the Month this January. Collins and Smith were both nominated by their supervisors in the Eighth District for their proactive work while patrolling and making numerous arrests in the Bourbon Street area. 

This Saturday, January 14, residents and visitors are once again invited to come out to participating McDonald’s restaurant locations in New Orleans for “Coffee with Cops”.