New Orleans Police Chief pauses promotions for review after bias and cheating allegations.

New Orleans Police Chief Anne Kirkpatrick has paused all promotions for two weeks to allow an independent review of the promotion test process following allegations of bias. Five assessors will re-score candidate criteria, and the Office of Inspector General is investigating anonymous cheating claims. The New Orleans Civil Service Commission is also looking into delays in promoting over 30 officers.

November 12, 2024
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