Miss. Police Department's Collapse Detailed in Ex-Chief's, Officers' Resignation Letters

In his resignation letter weeks before his final day on the job, former Moss Point Police Chief Brandon Ashley said his dedication to the city was no longer enough to overcome a lack of support from leaders.
Oct. 8, 2025
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What to know

  • Former Moss Point Police Chief Brandon Ashley and six officers resigned, citing years of neglect, lack of funding, unsafe staffing levels and political interference from city leaders.

  • Ashley’s exit followed his suspension over a domestic violence case involving a former officer and public comments from Mayor Billy Knight saying he had “lost confidence” in Ashley’s leadership.

  • Officers’ letters described critical understaffing, burnout, outdated equipment and pay stagnation, while a city alderman later admitted the department had never been fully funded.

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