Former Interim Superintendent Woodfork expected to run for Orleans Parish sheriff
NEW ORLEANS (WGNO) — Amid speculation, sources told WGNO that former Interim New Orleans Police Department Superintendent Michelle Woodfork is planning to run for Orleans Parish Sheriff in an upcoming election.
Woodfork is a 31-year veteran of the force who first joined in 1991. She began as a patrol officer in the 7th district and then went on to hold various roles across five districts.
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She claimed leadership following the retirement of Chief Shaun Ferguson. She later lost the position following a nation wide search that led to Mayor LaToya Cantrell's selection of Chief Anne Kirkpatrick.
Following her retirement in 2023, Woodfork joined District Attorney Jason Williams team as the Forensic & Intelligence Investigations Director.
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