Katrina police could face the death penalty
AP, July 14
Four police officers could face the death penalty after being accused of
gunning down two unarmed people in the chaotic aftermath of Hurricane
Katrina in New Orleans.
The city's corruption-plagued police department already faces several US
federal investigations.
The four officers were charged along with two others in a 27-count
indictment yesterday.
Five former New Orleans police officers have already pleaded guilty to
helping cover up the