Mayor Horhn praised Joseph Wade’s leadership, saying he contributed to greater public safety and a stronger sense of security throughout Jackson.

Jackson’s Police Chief abruptly resigned on Tuesday, citing a job offer that is less stressful and “a lot more money.”

“Today, I am tenuring my retirement from the Jackson Police Department after 29 years of service to the Jackson Police Department,” Joseph Wade announced during a press conference.

Wade said he is taking a director’s position at an unnamed company and hopes to start in August.

Mayor John Horhn (D) has named Hinds County Sheriff Tyree Jones as interim police chief.

Wade was appointed chief in 2023 by then-Mayor Chokwe Lumumba. During that time, Jackson experienced a reduction in violent crime, working more closely with the Ca

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