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Jackson police chief retires after 29 years; Hinds County sheriff named interim chief
Summary
Chief Joseph Wade announced his retirement at the Aug. 26 Jackson City Council meeting; Mayor John Horn proclaimed Aug. 26 "Joseph Wade Day" and announced Sheriff Tyree Jones will serve as interim chief while a selection task force is formed.
Chief Joseph Wade announced his retirement from the Jackson Police Department after 29 years of service at the Jackson City Council special meeting on Aug. 26, 2025. Mayor John Horn read a proclamation declaring Aug. 26, 2025, “Joseph Wade Day” and said Hinds County Sheriff Tyree Jones will serve as interim chief of police while a transition team and selection process proceed.Tribute and context: Wade told the council and the audience he was stepping down because of stress and health concerns after a long career: “I am tendering my retirement from the Jackson Police Department after 29 years of service,” he…
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