The citys new chief took his oath with fanfare in front of Gallier Hall on Jan. 18. Cantrell made no mention of a pick as she delivered her State of the City address Wednesday evening. Williams would become the first woman to serve as New Orleans top law enforcement officer and the first Black female NOPD superintendent. According to Ferguson, he has no plans after retirement and will remain in the city to see what God has to offer him. Fergusons first assignment was in Algiers, the same neighborhood where he grew up. He said Monday he was raised in the Lower 9th Ward before moving to Algiers. Williams would make history by becoming the first female Superintendent in NOPD history. Whether you are a local resident, visitor, or business, NOLA-311 will provide a prompt, courteous and professional customer service experience. AND RIGHT NOW, FERGUSON TELLS US HE HAS NO PLANS ONCE HE OFFICIALLY RETIRES ON DECEMBER 22ND. See a spelling or grammar error in our story? In the roughly five years between graduating high school and joining the force, he worked as a private security guard and as a maintenance assistant for the Army Corps of Engineers. Ferguson said it was time to focus on family, and he felt confident that he had made a difference in his time with the police department. Join me live on @FOX8NOLA at 5PM and 9PM for analysis. Ferguson was hand-picked by Cantrell and had previously served as head of the training academy and commander of the second and fourth police districts in New Orleans.Ferguson was chosen to lead the department after former Superintendent Michael Harrison announced he was leaving New Orleans to become the police commissioner in Baltimore. 2018. As they walked side by side during a neighborhood "walk against crime" one day, he noticed her picking up trash. It was an overwhelming feeling, but Ill never forget it.. Ferguson's final walk and salute will be held outside of Gallier Hall on Thursday, Dec. 22 at 11 a.m. Sources say Jonette Williams could be named the next NOPD superintendent. He called the profession of a police officer a "noble calling," saying it was a job that he put before his family for a long time. Interim Superintendent Michelle M. Woodfork is a legacy within the NOPD and is deeply rooted within the community. Ferguson was hired by NOPD in 1995, NOPD records show. Published Dec 7, 2022 at 5:23 pm | Updated Dec 8, 2022 at 7:53 am. Since joining the NOPD in 1998, Chief Ferguson has served with honor, distinction and integrity. After 24 years of dedicated public service to the City of New Orleans, Superintendent Shaun Ferguson will retire at the end of this year. After 24 years of dedicated public service to the City of New Orleans, Superintendent Shaun Ferguson will retire at the end of this year. AT A NEWS CONFERENCE WEDNESDAY, HE SAID HIS FAMILY IS AGAIN AT THE HEART OF THIS DECISION. New Orleans, LA 70119, Phone(504) 658-5757 He also thanked Cantrell for supporting him throughout his tenure as chief, saying she often stood by his side when others called for him to stand down. New NOPD chief sworn in following emotional send-off for former superintendent, Jonette Williams could be named the next NOPD superintendent. Because the suspects are minors, their names and photos have not been released. In 2012, Woodfork was selected by former Superintendent Ronal Serpas to launch the Alternative Police Response Unit, where she served as Commander. New Orleans Police Superintendent Shaun Ferguson will take his final walk Thursday as acting police chief for the NOPD. The cop said he thought Glover had a gun. Moving forward, there should be a national search for a new police chief to find the best candidate to lead the NOPD. But his tenure quickly proved challenging, with the outbreak of the COVID pandemic and a reversal of steep dips in violent crime. Also pushing for a national search was The Nola Coalition, a broad group of business and civic groups formed this year amid an ongoing surge in carjackings, shootings and murder. At the time of his appointment to Chief, he was serving as the Commander of the Educational and Training Division, which oversees the police academy. The best person for the New Orleans Police Department is within the New Orleans Police Department, he insisted. Access open City data via download or API. So far, Ferguson has not announced any major changes to his predecessors approach to violent crime or to the departments reform agreement with the U.S. Department of Justice, called a consent decree. His tibia had to be rebuilt with a bone graft before he could walk again. Ferguson and other cops were assigned to a task force which proactively sought out criminals instead of waiting for 911 calls. Shane Ferguson lives in Algiers and turned himself in at the 4th District police station in Algiers, according to municipal court records obtained by NOLA.com | The Times-Picayune. InspireNOLA charter school network in November honored Ferguson with a community service award. First Emanuel's pastor, the Rev. I will still be your neighbor and I will always be a part of this city that I love so much.". Ferguson said his decision to retire was an emotional one. He said that the data was not an indictment against officers who work for the NOPD and expressed his appreciation for the officers in the department.Ferguson called the back and forth between him and the DAs office unwarranted, and was firm in his message of the challenges the NOPD faced in regard to violent crime. From a nearly 50-year low in homicides in 2019, shootings and murders have surged across the city. Beat cop Shaun Ferguson was patrolling near the Fischer housing development after midnight in 2001 when he heard the words that still haunt him crackle over the radio. Nummer 6 - 2017; Nummer 5 - 2017; Nummer 4 - 2017; Nummer 3 - 2017; Nummer 2 - 2017 "I would like to extend the most heartfelt thank you to Chief Ferguson for your nearly 25 years of service, selflessness and sacrifice, especially in accepting my appointment of you as Chief in January 2019. Shaun Ferguson addresses the recent uptick in crime during a news conference on Jan. 19, 2022, in New Orleans. Ferguson faced difficult times during his tenure as superintendent. Still, Ferguson acknowledged politics as he described a toxic environment right now. He declined to assess Williams as a potential successor while he rattled off names of other NOPD brass he said were qualified to succeed him in the post. Ferguson, 46, who had been seen as a rising star in NOPD by some observers, has served as a district commander at NOPD since 2014. Shootings are up 87%. (booking photo via Orleans Parish Sheriff's Office). Superintendent of the New Orleans Police Department NOPD Interim Chief Michelle Woodfork A policewoman had a hand in killing her partner and two others during a botched robbery at a New Orleans East restaurant, and a policeman had a hit man murder a woman who had filed a brutality complaint against him. Ferguson saw the department through COVID-19 and two years of the highest violent crime rates since Hurricane Katrina.He also navigated the department at a time when the police commission says there is a critical shortage of officers. Orleans Parish Sheriffs Office also released Fergusons booking photo Wednesday morning, and it has been added to the story. Ferguson was named 4th District officer of the year in 2000, 2002 and 2003, according to his resum. However, Superintendent Harrison, the man Ferguson describes as his mentor, ordered him to serve a five-day suspension. Shaun Ferguson named new NOPD chief by Mayor LaToya Cantrell, Other questions:[email protected]. His . He worked for a time as a supervisor in the homicide division. In a copy of his most recent resum,obtained through a public records request after Cantrells announcement, Ferguson claimed that he reduced crime by 10-15 percent within two years as commander of the 4th District. Fergusons exit comes as a new charter amendment is set to take effect Jan. 1, giving the council the power to confirm or deny mayoral appointments to key posts, including police chief. NEW ORLEANS In a seismic shake-up that has been widely rumored for months, NOPD Superintendent Shaun Ferguson is . Officers issued a warrant for Shane Ferguson, who turned himself in within days. He will be sworn in Friday. His tenure as Chief saw the national rise in crime due to the lasting impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, but under his diligent leadership, the NOPD persevered. Superintendent Woodfork is a native New Orleanian and life-long resident of New Orleans East. Scharf said Ferguson was mentored by current NOPD Deputy Chief of Operations Paul Noel, an advocate of data-and technology-driven policing whos seen as No. I think Shauns biggest challenge was he continued to be asked to do great things with less and less people each day, and little political support to make recruiting and retention the governments No. Several sources have said Cantrell has long been eager to name a Black female police chief as part of her legacy. No matter how much money we throw at these officers, were not listening to them, said Morrell. Still, for the remainder of the month the mayor has the authority to pick her own police chief without running the choice by the council. "I just hope that nothing is done in the selection of this new chief that would make the public lose confidence in the city, and city leadership," said King. SUPERINTENDENT SEAN FERGUSON WANTS TO SET THE RECORD STRAIGHT. Another cop drove a car with Glovers body inside it to the levee and set it on fire. Rafael Goyeneche of the Metropolitan Crime Commission says Ferguson was a dedicated officer and police chief. We need a new Chief, period. "I am grateful for the opportunity we had to work so closely together to improve our citys public safety through a collaborative, holistic approach and through working in tandem with other City departments. I appreciated the Chiefs recent willingness to listen to the community and the Councils reform recommendations to help NOPD meet the demands of today. Deputy superintendent eyed to become NOPD's first female superintendent. HE WAS APPOINTED THE CITYS TOP COP IN EARLY 2019 WITH NO CLUE THE CHALLENGES TO COME. During his tenure, he obtained a Bachelors Degree in Business Administration from Southern University of New Orleans, where he also received a Masters Degree in Criminal Justice. View spatial City data including the popular Property Viewer and Streetwise. WE HAVE TO AGREE TO DISAGREE. Superintendent Shaun Ferguson chastised journalists Tuesday (July 26) for . His predecessor, Michael Harrison, received the same treatment when he left the NOPD to lead Baltimore's police department. Ferguson heaped praise on the officers who remain while urging greater public support for them. 2021. He also commanded the NOPDs Fourth District from 2014-2016. Reform-minded Superintendent Richard Pennington, hired in 1994, had managed to put the department on a new course. New Orleans Police Department Superintendent Shaun Ferguson speaks during a press conference in New Orleans on Wednesday, December 7, 2022. Since then, she has been assigned to five of the NOPD's eight districts at the rank of Patrol Officer, Sergeant, and Lieutenant. After a long, painful recovery, Barnes survived. Ferguson was sworn in as superintendent in January 2019 after serving as the Commander of the Educational and Training Division. Ferguson was very vocal in the past year regarding crime and how the Orleans Parish district attorney handled convictions. Ferguson announced his retirement Tuesday, Dec. 6 . He has a bachelors degree in business administration from Southern University of New Orleans, NOPD said in a 2015 news release about his promotion to 2nd District commander. Shaun Ferguson, who served as an NOPD commander, was sworn in Friday as NOPDs new superintendent. DO SOLEMNLY SWEAR OR AFFIRM, EVEN AS THE NUMBER OF OFFICERS ON THE FORCE DWINDLED. He gave this city his very best - the safety and . Ive been shot, another cop yelled to the dispatchers. The Orleans Parish District Attorneys Office on Monday dropped a domestic violence charge against the son of Police Superintendent Shaun Ferguson. Unrated. Williams would make history by becoming the first female Superintendent in NOPD history. He has a reputation for integrity and being a crime fighter, said Peter Scharf, a criminologist at LSU School of Public Health, who spoke about Ferguson last week in an interview about the then-prospective candidate. NOPD Superintendent Shaun Ferguson was hand-picked by Mayor LaToya Cantrell and had previously served as head of the training academy and commander of the second and fourth police districts in New . Emily Lane, NOLA.com | The Times-Picayune, named the citys new police superintendent, Who is Jonette Williams? NPR's Audie Cornish talks with New Orleans Police Superintendent Shaun Ferguson about the summer spike in violence and how the city has changed their policing efforts under a Justice Department order. He was left with gunshot wounds to his right lung and left leg. Williams would make history as the first woman to ever become superintendent of the department. City Council member Freddie King was among the majority on the council calling for Cantrell to follow the voter-approved confirmation process. THE NEW ORLEANS POLICE FROM DOING THEIR JOB. NEW ORLEANS ( WGNO) The New Orleans Police Department Superintendent Chief Shaun Ferguson officially announced his retirement. You have permission to edit this article. "We need to get this right.". Published: Dec. 7, 2022 at 9:52 AM PST. THIS IS MY DECISION. I would like to extend the most heartfelt thank you to Chief Ferguson for your nearly 25 years of service, selflessness and sacrifice, especially in accepting my appointment of you as Chief in January 2019. Updated: 2:59 PM CST December 6, 2022. We would go and take our showers there, he said. The cause of Glover's death was kept under wraps for years. Submit request online Subscribe to email updates, All Contents. Earlier in his career, Ferguson had arrested some members of the extended Glover family when they were still kids, and had tried to set them on the right path. You have permission to edit this article. SINCE BEFORE THANKSGIVING. "To the men and women of this city, I love you. ITS A DECISION SAYS WAS HIS AND HIS ALONE. Ferguson previously served as Commander of the NOPDs Second District from 2016-2018. Various boards, commissions and districts defined in both City and State law. I could not have done my job without their support, and I will always be grateful for that. The 2nd District also includes the mayors neighborhood of Broadmoor. I just hope he stays prayed up and does the right thing, she said. Other questions:[email protected]. NOPD Superintendent Shaun Ferguson will retire at the end of the month, according to a press release from the mayor's office on Tuesday. Harrison served 4 years. Federal prosecutors said it was all part of a larger cover-up. Ferguson was sworn in as . Its not because Shaun Ferguson didnt know what to do. The situation was perfect to accomplish that goal, said Donovan Livaccari, attorney for the local Fraternal Order of Police, noting the pressure from the council. As the New Orleans City Council approved the city budget for the upcoming year, including a package of incentives for recruiting and retaining New Orleans Police officer, councilmember at-large J.P. Morrell repeated his desire to see NOPD Superintendent Shaun Ferguson replaced. AND I THINK THAT IS MY GRADE A COP. NEW ORLEANS (WVUE) - Amid building pressure, New Orleans Police Superintendent Shaun Ferguson will retire from his position effective Dec. 22, according to city officials. Mayor Cantrell has been steadfast in her support of Ferguson. New Orleans NOPD Superintendent Shaun D. Ferguson, Sr. acknowledges the L.B. It was during this period, on March 28, 2001, that Barnes was shot in the Fischer complex. In a statement, Ferguson thanked the mayor and the citizens of New Orleans. Yet, you faced all of these seemingly insurmountable hurdles with dignity, grace and determination. I encourage anyone that is going through something, I wish them the best. FILE - New Orleans Police Supt. We definitely want to go with the momentum that we ended 2018 with.. Its unclear if Noel will remain in that role. "Its time to go home. Thomassie eventually pleaded guilty to forcible rape and sexual molestation of a juvenile under age 13. Earlier in the day, Ferguson expressed gratitude for his nearly four years as the citys top cop as he defended his stewardship of the force in troubled times, while saying the decision to retire was his. Warren Riley served five years as chief, and Eddie Compass served three. New Orleans Police Superintendent Shaun Ferguson talks to reporters outside the federal courthouse in New Orleans on Aug. 17, 2022. The City of New Orleans will soon bid farewell to a great leader, a great partner and a great friend. Ferguson emerged from the aftermath of Katrina with no known blotches on his record. The storm brought out the best and worst in the NOPD. COVID hit. Moving forward, there should be a national search for a new police chief to find the best candidate to lead the NOPD. NOLA 311is New Orleans primary source of local government information and non-emergency services. So he has been the chief during the most troubling and trying times in the history of the city of New Orleans, Goyeneche said. Shane Ferguson, the 21-year-old son of NOPD Superintendent Shaun Ferguson, was booked into the Orleans Justice Center jail on a charge of domestic-abuse battery Tuesday night, Jan. 22, 2019. New Orleans police Superintendent Shaun Ferguson addressed his decision to resign from the NOPD on Wednesday. He tested at .03, well below the legal driving limit of .08. In 2016, she was promoted to the rank of Lieutenant, initially assigned to the 7th District before moving to the 2nd District under the supervision of then Commander Shaun Ferguson. Prior to overseeing the academy, Ferguson served for about three years as commander of NOPDs 2nd District before being moved to the academy assignment in June 2018. It was in the latter job that he weathered Hurricane Katrina. Ferguson said he first met Cantrell as a lieutenant in the 2nd District, where he served from 2012 to 2014. Ferguson's final walk and salute will be held outside of Gallier Hall on Thursday, Dec. 22 at 11 a.m.About Ferguson: Sources say Jonette Williams could be named the next NOPD superintendent. Metropolitan Crime Commission President Rafael Goyeneche said yesterday that NOPD Superintendent Shaun D. Ferguson deserves the highest accolades for his handling of the department since the pandemic and Black Lives Matter protests began. Thank you New Orleans! Including victim assistance, accident and incident reports, and how to file complaints or commendations. It was a department in shambles, sullied by terrible crime statistics and violence coming from inside the department itself. It appears the Mayor might appoint his replacement immediately, in order to avoid the January 1st City Charter change that gives the City Council approval powers. Shaun Ferguson tells WGNO that she had been a nine-year veteran of the NOPD and called the event horrible news. Woodfork is a graduate of St. Marys Academy High School. But the fellow officers brush with death became a formative experience for Ferguson, and one he still remembers clearly nearly two decades later after being sworn in recently as superintendent of the New Orleans Police Department. Amid mounting pressure, New Orleans Police Superintendent Shaun Ferguson will retire from his position at the end of this year, according to a statement from Mayor LaToya Cantrell. A majority of City Council members were among those chafing at word that Cantrell has already chosen a successor in Jonette Williams, a deputy police chief who would become the first woman to lead the NOPD. He opened it up to fellow officers. He gave this city his very best the safety and wellbeing of each and every resident and visitor was always his top priority," said Mayor LaToya Cantrell. 2 in rank at the department. We dont have to go anywhere.. Fergusons Algiers home emerged unscathed, aside from losing power. I did not ever imagine myself on the other side of the desk as the commanding officer, he said. He also navigated the department at a time when the police commission says there is a critical shortage of officers. Cantrells warm impression of Ferguson remained with her when, early last month, Harrison said he was stepping down to take over Baltimores troubled department. He was a 13-year veteran of the NOPD. new road legal quad; bungou stray dogs chuuya x reader; Related articles; cookie clicker unblocked the advanced method; 1999 ford f350 crew cab headliner He called the profession of a police officer a "noble calling," saying it was a job that he put before his family for a long time. Well change as we need to change, he said. WE BEGIN AT FIVE WITH THE FINAL MESSAGE FROM NOPD SUPERINTENDENT SEAN FERGUSON. New Orleans Police Department As New Orleans Police Department Superintendent Shaun Ferguson reflected on his impending retirement while denying he was shoved out, a chorus rose Wednesday for Mayor LaToya Cantrell to look far and wide for a new chief. (Photo by Brett Duke, NOLA.com | The Times-Picayune | The New Orleans Advocate). It is vital that the community continue its support for this department, the statement continues. Ferguson, who turned 50 this year, said he didn't change his mind. "I was not forced out. That is why any chosen candidate for chief must adhere to the City Council confirmation process widely endorsed by the voters of the City. THE OUTGOING SUPERINTENDENT DISAGREES. or dial 311 or (504) 539-3266. The department is down to fewer than 950 commissioned officers from about 1,175 when he took office. Landry-O.P. Investigators said Ferguson was on duty as the 2nd District commander on March 28, 2016, when he blew through a stop sign at Eighth and St. Thomas streets obscured by an overgrown tree. Charles Southall, describes Ferguson as an upstanding community person and a man of faith.. "Everything I have been through, this department has been through, has been by his (God's) order and I will continue to follow that." A New Orleans Advocate analysis of the citys 911 database suggests that crime actually rose by 25 percent during Fergusons tenure there, outstripping the citywide 11 percent increase. "City Council President Helena Moreno released the following statement: Superintendent Ferguson faced significant challenges over the past several years, and I want to thank him for his hard work and dedication to the people of our City. shaun ferguson nopd wife. At the time of his appointment to Chief, he was serving as the Commander of the Educational and Training Division, which oversees the police academy. The speedy transition meant the public had little chance to probe Fergusons background before he was named chief, a process that is beginning as he takes the reins. "This has been an emotional week, an emotional month. We as commanding officers should be held to a higher standard, Ferguson said. Cantrell, whom Ferguson praised next only to God for her support of him as police chief, asked that he take the holiday to consider it. Hes just a really sincere person. Ferguson told McMain students at the rally that by spearheading the event and planning a march to City Hall, they demonstrated their leadership to the community. Afterward, Ferguson began his long rise through the departments ranks. I was not forced out. Ferguson said he does not remember sending the messages, but that they were not out of character. She is also a proud member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc., where she has dedicated 28 years of service. . During his tenure, he obtained a Bachelors Degree in Business Administration from Southern University of New Orleans and also received a Masters Degree in Criminal Justice. NOPD superintendent Shaun Ferguson Sr., left, and outgoing chief Michael Harrison, salute one another during the final walk and swearing-in ceremony at Gallier Hall on St. Charles Ave. Friday, Jan. 18, 2019. Ferguson also asked the community to continue to uplift the police officers of the city, praising the dedication of his officers on the force. Ferguson said it was time to focus on family, and he felt confident that he had made a difference in his time with the police department. His sons legal problems aside, Ferguson said he is focused on the task of overseeing the roughly 1,200 officers who patrol what is still one of the countrys most dangerous cities. You have permission to edit this article. According to Ferguson, he said Cantrell asked him to reconsider, but he told her that it was time to "go home." He was promoted to sergeant in 2007 and returned to the homicide beat from 2011 to 2012.
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