Finalists announced for NOPD Superintendent position
Six semi-finalists have been revealed in the search for the next superintendent of the New Orleans Police Department (NOPD), with interim superintendent Michelle Woodfork being the only local candidate. The search, conducted in partnership with the International Association of Chiefs of Police, has faced criticism for its lack of transparency. The semi-finalists include Thedrick Andres, DeShawn Beaufort, David Franklin, Anne Kirkpatrick, Jarad Phelps, and Michelle Woodfork. The final nominee must be approved by the New Orleans City Council.