NEW ORLEANS (WGNO) — The Orleans Parish Communication District board met to discuss whether or not Executive Director Tyrell Morris be suspended now.
Morris is under investigation for alleged misconduct after a car crash and possible altering of public documents.
The board met behind closed doors for about two hours, and they made the decision to postpone any decision until next week.
Board members say they recognize the gravity of the situation and need more time to go through the facts and information, so they will do so for the next 72 hours.
OPCD handles 911 calls. Morris is under investigation for a car accident in May, and his handling of the accident and documents.
Morris has since put in his resignation effective September 15, but many councilmembers are calling for his suspension now.
Many lawmakers were at the meeting because state law allows state legislators to attend executive session meetings. Sources say the Office of Inspector General is also investigating Morris’ crash.
The board will meet again on Tuesday at 10 a.m. where a decision on what happens with Morris’ job is expected to be made. The incident still remains under investigation.
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