NEW ORLEANS —

The New Orleans Police Department has two new officers, and they hope to carry on a family legacy.

Two daughters joined the NOPD Friday, following in their mothers' footsteps, during a ceremony. Advertisement

Lt. Regina Williams, who is currently assigned to the Special Operations Division and was instrumental in the creation of the department's new K-9 kennels dedicated in June 2025, had the honor of pinning her daughter Jourdan, who has dreamed of becoming an officer like her mom.

"I have so many inner feelings I can't explain. It's a proud moment for me," Williams said. Jourdan expressed her excitement, saying, "She's my role model. I'm excited to do this with her."

Sgt. Shawn Summers welcomed her daughter, Kymberlee Evans, into her family in blue, which isn't far of

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