The New Orleans Office of Inspector General (OIG) has released a public letter finding no evidence of cheating or bias in the New Orleans Police Department’s (NOPD) 2024 promotional exams for Captain and Major positions.

While overall findings were announced in February 2025, this letter provides further details on the OIG’s investigation into anonymous allegations of cheating and bias. The letter also includes guidance for improving the NOPD’s promotional process to prevent misuse of the anonymous complaint system while preserving the integrity of the process.