NEW ORLEANS (AP) — More than 80 police officers have been fired and up to 60 suspended for failing to show up or abandoning their posts after Hurricane Katrina, the police chief said Thursday.

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Police Superintendent Warren Riley announced the updated tally as he promised to thoroughly investigate and act on any charges of misconduct against his officers.

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