Jackson Police Chief Joseph Wade Announces Retirement

Jackson Police Chief Resigns, Citing Stress of the Job

Jackson Chief of Police Joseph Wade resigned from the force, with Hinds County Sheriff Tyree Jones stepping in as interim chief. Jackson Mayor John Horhn said Wade asked to resign and that “the stress of the job has taken its toll on him.” The post Jackson Police Chief Joseph Wade Resigns: ‘The Stress of the Job Has Taken Its Toll’ appeared first on Mississippi Free Press.

Jackson police chief announces retirement

Jackson police chief announces retirement JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) – More than two years after taking the top job, interim Jackson Police Chief Joseph Wade is retiring. The 29-year Jackson Police Department veteran made the announcement at the Jackson City Council meeting on Tuesday. “I would rather leave prematurely than overstay my welcome,” he said. “The average tenure of a chief in this country is two and a half years. That’s per the FBI data. …

Jackson Police Chief Joseph Wade announces retirement

JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) - Jackson Police Chief Joseph Wade announced his retirement during the City Council meeting on August 26, 2025. Jackson Mayor John Horhn said Wade has served the City of Jackson with "unwavering dedication" for nearly 30 years. “Chief Wade leaves an indelible legacy of integrity, commitment, and visionary leadership,” said Horhn. “The citizens of Jackson are safer and our police department is stronger because of his vision …

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Jackson Police Chief Joseph Wade has resigned after nearly 30 years with the department, two of them as chief following his 2023 confirmation.

Jackson Police Chief Joseph Wade retiring

Chief Joseph Wade resigns after two years leading the Jackson Police Department.

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