Jackson Police Chief Suggests Ski Mask Ban to Reduce Crime

Jackson’s top cop proposes ski mask ordinance

Jackson’s top cop proposes ski mask ordinance JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) – Chief Joseph Wade spoke at Tuesday night’s Jackson City Council meeting about potentially banning ski masks in public. The Chief says he has spoken with Mayor John Horhn and his team about young men walking around with ski masks, sometimes referred to as “shiesty masks.” Wade says he is looking for some type of city ordinance so individuals are not just walking around with ski…

Jackson police chief suggests ski mask ban to reduce crime

JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) - During a Jackson City Council meeting on Tuesday, Jackson Police Chief Joseph Wade proposed a citywide ordinance that would prohibit ski masks. Wade said the overall goal is not to violate anyone's constitutional rights but to reduce crime and keep everyone safe. Jackson police use new technology to crack down on crime “I see them down in South Jackson, specifically on bicycle with no shirts on, with ski mask on. I …

Jackson police chief proposes ban on ski masks in public

Wade said the behavior can be seen as scary.

Jackson leader proposes ski mask ban to blunt anonymous crime - SuperTalk Mississippi

A new ordinance was proposed to the Jackson city council Tuesday that would limit or ban the use of ski masks, or “shiesty” masks, in the capital city.  Jackson Police Chief Joseph Wade stood before the council during the weekly meeting to plead for their help in “building” the ordinance. The chief explained to the council more people, primarily young men, are donning the masks as of late.  Wade said the proliferation of mask-wearing is partiall…