DALLAS -- The Dallas Police Department's search for a few good men and women continues, but the department is also turning down several candidates who moved to North Texas in the wake of Hurricane Katrina.

Background investigations revealed some of the candidates deserted their posts and evacuated New Orleans when they were needed most.

Deputy Chief Floyd Simpson said those are not the kind of officers that the city of Dallas is looking for.

"In law enforcement, in the military, deserting your post is considered, well, it's not a good thing," said Simpson.

The Dallas Police Department insists all new recruits are rigorously screened.

If you are interested in becoming a police officer for the city of Dallas, more information can be found on the department's Web site, DallasPolice.net.