Former Orleans Parish Communications Director Tyrell Morris is facing scrutiny over the mishandling of a failed $3.8 million software project for the city’s 911 call center. An investigative report revealed that Morris bypassed city regulations and altered documents to secure the contract with Hexagon OnCall Records. Despite claims that the procurement process was transparent, the report found that the system was glitchy and inadequate, leading to wasted resources and ineffective operations for the NOPD and Orleans Parish Sheriff’s Office. Morris, who left the agency under controversy, is facing state charges related to a cover-up of an accident he was involved in while driving a department vehicle. The report also highlighted a culture of fear within the organization, with staff members afraid to question irregularities for fear of losing their jobs. This scandal underscores the need for greater oversight and accountability in city projects, as the NOPD and OPSO were left dealing with a costly and dysfunctional system that ultimately had to be abandoned.
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