👏⚜Today the NOPD added four new 'lateral' officers to the ranks. Three from across Louisiana and one from New York City (NYPD)!! Congratulations and welcome to the family 💙💙💙 Watch as they are sworn in by Superintendent Anne Kirkpatrick:

🎄✨ Holiday Spirit in Action! ✨🎁 Be on the lookout for officers from the NOPD's 7th District as they embrace the season with heart and hustle! Their mission? Spread joy, strengthen community bonds, & bring a little extra cheer to the neighborhoods they proudly serve. 💙

💙Best job in the city! Just ask NOPD's newest recruit- Mr. Bingle!!! Second District Field Training Officer (FTO) Jacob Nolan has his work cut out for him though. Mr. Bingle keeps wanting to stop for hot chocolate and cookies!😍 Happy Holidays 🎄🎁 #joinnopd #nopdholidaycheer

📣NOPD Announces increase in traffic citations/DWI arrests as proactive traffic enforcement continues. NOPD urges motorists to please be careful & aware on the roads this holiday season- don't drink and drive-arrive alive! Read more: https://t.co/DMRbJ6o87g

⚜NOPD JOB FAIR IS TODAY! Come out and talk to one of our recruiters. You have till 3:30pm! We hope to see you. #nopdstrong #nopdhiring #joinnopd

Anyone w/info that can assist #NOPD in is investigation of a homicide that occurred on Dec. 2 in the 14700 blk of Chef Menteur Hwy. is urged to call Homicide Sect. detectives at 504-658-5300 or @CrimestopperGNO at 504-822-1111. https://t.co/jgTtpGSR0O

👀NOPD asks that you watch this video in this news release and see if you can help nab two theft suspects who victimized employees of the Algiers Ferry System. https://t.co/HDGIjPRgEp

⚜A Message about NOPD Modernization & Accountability From Sergeant Shannon Brewer and YOUR NOPD! #nopdownership #modernization #integrity #integrity #OneCity #nopdstrong

Diamond Patterson is #NOPDWanted re: selling two iPhones stolen in a business burglary on Oct. 28 in 3300 blk of S. Claiborne Avenue. Call Sixth District detectives at 504-658-6060 or @CrimestopperGNO at 504-822-1111 with any information that can assist. https://t.co/MBOHz83zXC

The NOPD is asking that any and all persons who took video at or near the scene of today's shooting incidents in the 2700 block of Magnolia Street to please send those videos to Crimestoppers. Videos can be uploaded at: https://t.co/y3sWvg2Wkb

🚨 NOPD Drone Deployment In the interest of public safety, the NOPD will be deploying a drone throughout Bayou Classic Weekend in the French Quarter Area and downtown. These deployments will continue as crowds move in for the weekend’s events.

Chief Kirkpatrick charging up the team — hundreds of officers standing tall and locked in for Bayou Classic weekend. 🚓💪🔥

The #NOPD is utilizing drone technology to assist in event coverage in the Eighth District.

📣Attention Bayou Classic Fans! Here are some Safety Tips & Road Closures to keep in mind as you enjoy the festivities in New Orleans. #nopdsafetytips #BayouClassic

📣Attention Bayou Classic Fans! The NOPD will be working hard to ensure you have a safe and memorable experience this weekend. We ask that you do your part to stay aware and safe. Here are some Safety Tips to keep in mind! #nopdsafetytips #BayouClassic

🎓 Congratulations, Captain Raven Batiste! NOPD Captain Raven Batiste recently graduated from the Policing Leadership Academy (PLA)—an intensive management education program at the University of Chicago dedicated to reducing gun violence & strengthening fair, effective policing

🌟Honoring Our Heroes in Blue and Beyond 🌟 This month, we proudly recognize our NOPD officers who have not only dedicated their lives to protecting our city but have also bravely served our country. Join us in thanking these remarkable men and women for their dedication. #NOPD

💙👏Honoring Our Heroes in November 💙👏 A special acknowledgment to Detective Sebastion Trigo who is currently deployed overseas! We thank Detective Trigo for not only dedicating his life to protecting our city but have also bravely serving our country. #ThankYouForYourService

ARRESTED: #NOPD today arrested Nona Burton (black female, DOB: 06-02-1960) on 5 cts. of cruelty to the infirm in 3900 blk of Sullen Pl. Anyone w/info that can assist in this investigation can call 504-658-6040 or @CrimestopperGNO at 504-822-1111. https://t.co/SaWG7Xtumd

🌟Honoring Our Heroes in Blue and Beyond 🌟 This month, we proudly recognize our NOPD officers who have not only dedicated their lives to protecting our city but have also bravely served our country. Join us in thanking these remarkable men and women for their dedication. #NOPD