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New NOPD Recruitment Director Aims to Continue Department’s Growth

by Aaron E. Looney

September 29, 2017

Categories: On the Beat, Videos

Topics: Recruitment

As the NOPD continues to bolster its ranks with applicants looking to serve their community, the department’s new recruiting leader is taking on the responsibility of spearheading the drive to bring the best possible applicants into the field of law enforcement.

NOPD Prepares for Southern Decadence 2017, Labor Day Weekend Events

by Ambria R. Washington

September 2, 2017

Categories: Community, On the Beat, Videos

Topics: Community Policing

As thousands make their way to the French Quarter and Downtown area, the NOPD will have an enhanced presence during the Labor Day weekend events to ensure everyone has a safe and festive holiday weekend.

OFFICER PROFILE: Detective William Torres, Third District

by Dawne Massey

August 10, 2017

Categories: On the Beat

Topics: Third District

OFFICER PROFILE: Detective William Torres, Third District

Originally from New Mexico, William Torres, 40, moved to New Orleans more than 20 years ago and began pursuing his dream of having a career in law enforcement. 

OFFICER PROFILE: Sixth District Songbird is Dedicated to a Life of Service

by Dawne Massey

July 28, 2017

Categories: On the Beat

Topics: Sixth District

OFFICER PROFILE: Sixth District Songbird is Dedicated to a Life of Service

Sgt. Kimera Woods, 34, joined NOPD in 2009. She was promoted to sergeant a little more than a year ago and she’s currently assigned to the Sixth District. 

UPDATE: Man Reported Missing from St. Anthony Street No Longer Considered Missing

by Officer Juan D. Barnes, Sr

July 23, 2017

Categories: On the Beat

Topics: Missing Person/Runaway, Third District

UPDATE: Man Reported Missing from St. Anthony Street No Longer Considered Missing

 

UPDATE: Michael Collier was seen on surveillance video at an area business making a transaction with his bank card and did not appear to be in any form of duress. Therefore, he is no longer considered to be missing. Thank you for your assistance in this matter.

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