By Amelia Anderson The Jackson Police Department, commonly known as JPD, is the municipal law-enforcement agency serving Jackson, Mississippi. Its responsibilities include emergency response, patrol, criminal investigations, traffic enforcement, crime prevention, evidence management, special operations and community policing.
Use 911 when officers are needed immediately because a crime is underway, someone is facing a serious threat, a weapon is involved, or an incident could result in injury or loss of life. For routine police assistance and incidents that do not require an emergency response, the department currently lists 601-960-1800 as its non-emergency number. Jackson’s 311 system can also route certain non-emergency police and animal-control concerns.
JPD divides patrol operations among four geographic precincts. The current police chief is Dr. RaShall M. Brackney, who was confirmed by the Jackson City Council on February 24, 2026.
Jackson Police Department Quick Information
| Information | Details |
| Official name | Jackson Police Department |
| Common abbreviation | JPD |
| Headquarters | 327 E. Pascagoula Street, Jackson, MS 39201 |
| Emergency number | 911 |
| Non-emergency police number | 601-960-1800 |
| Police report copies | 601-960-1341 |
| Investigator information | 601-960-1512 |
| Evidence and Property | 601-960-1311 / 601-960-1312 |
| Impound Lot | 601-960-0671 / 601-960-1383 |
| Adult Holding Facility | 601-960-1279 |
| Warrants | 601-960-2731 |
| Police chief | Dr. RaShall M. Brackney |
| Patrol precincts | Four |
| Main divisions | Operations and Administration |
| County | Hinds County |
| Online reporting | Citizen self-reporting available |
| Hinds County Jackson Detention Center | 601-974-2945 |
| Hinds County Raymond Detention Center | 601-857-4800 |
The department headquarters is at 327 East Pascagoula Street in downtown Jackson. JPD’s current organizational structure includes four patrol precincts, investigative units, Special Operations and a broad Administrative Services Bureau.
Jackson Police Department Address
The main police facility is:
- Jackson Police Department Headquarters
- 327 East Pascagoula Street, Jackson, Mississippi 39201
Police Headquarters serves as a central location for administrative and public police services. JPD’s Tele-Serve personnel can prepare certain offence and supplemental reports at headquarters, while the Records Unit maintains incident, offence and traffic-accident reports.
Residents may contact JPD for:
- Delayed crime reports
- Stolen or damaged property
- Traffic incidents
- Existing case information
- Evidence and property questions
- Vehicle impound information
- Warrants
- Police complaints
- General law-enforcement assistance
For city problems that do not necessarily require an officer—such as street issues, abandoned properties, traffic-sign concerns or some vehicle complaints—Jackson also operates its 311 Action Line.
Jackson Police Precincts
The Patrol Services Bureau currently consists of Precinct One, Precinct Two, Precinct Three and Precinct Four, along with Traffic Operations. Current command information identifies William Kendrick as Precinct One captain, Julian Lonie as Precinct Two captain, Jacquelyn Thomas as Precinct Three captain and Timothy Hudson as Precinct Four captain.
Precinct One
Precinct One primarily serves South Jackson. Its traditional precinct facility is at: 810 Cooper Road, Jackson, MS 39212
The precinct covers the southern section of the city and provides routine patrol, emergency response and neighbourhood law-enforcement services.
Precinct Two
Precinct Two serves West Jackson.
- 3645 Highway 80 West, Jackson, MS
- Telephone: 601-960-0002
Its published boundaries generally extend between Fortification Street, the Pearl River, Clinton city limits and Interstate 20.
Precinct Three
Precinct Three serves Northwest Jackson.
- 3925 West Northside Drive, Jackson, MS 39206
- Telephone: 601-960-0003
Its published service area lies generally north of Fortification Street and the Kansas City railroad line, west of State Street, east of Clinton and south of Ridgeland.
Precinct Four
Precinct Four serves Northeast Jackson. As of August 2026, its location is in transition. The precinct moved to a shopping center near Interstate 55 and Briarwood Drive in 2024, but the City Council declined to extend that lease, which is scheduled to expire on August 31, 2026. Because another relocation is expected, residents should confirm the current Precinct Four location with JPD before making an in-person visit.
Residents do not need to determine their precinct before calling police. Dispatch personnel can identify the correct patrol area from the incident address.
Jackson Police Department Divisions
JPD’s current structure includes an Operations Division and an Administration Division, with additional units reporting through the Office of the Chief.
Operations Division
The Operations Division contains the Patrol Services Bureau and Investigative Services Bureau.
Patrol Services includes:
- Precinct One
- Precinct Two
- Precinct Three
- Precinct Four
- Traffic Operations
Uniformed patrol officers respond to emergency and routine calls, conduct neighbourhood patrols, enforce laws, investigate initial complaints, search for suspects and prepare police reports.
Investigative Services Bureau
Cases requiring additional follow-up may be handled by detectives assigned to specialized investigative functions.
The department currently identifies units dealing with:
- Crimes Against Persons
- Crimes Against Property
- Special Victims
- Crime Scene investigations
- Vice and Narcotics
- K-9 operations
- Task-force investigations
A case is not necessarily assigned to a detective simply because a police report was made. Seriousness, available evidence, suspect information and investigative leads may affect follow-up.
Special Threats and Tactical Services
The Office of the Chief includes a Special Threats Section with:
- SWAT
- Explosive Ordnance Disposal
- Hostage Negotiations
These teams provide specialized support during incidents that require advanced tactical training or equipment.
Administration Division
The Administrative Services Bureau supports everyday police operations through units including:
- Police Records
- Public Safety Communications
- Adult Holding Facility
- Evidence and Property
- Identification
- Impound Lot
- Real Time Command Center
- Crisis Intervention
- Animal Control
- Police Personnel
- Training Academy
- Court Bailiffs
- Licensing and Permits
Public Safety Communications operates around the clock and receives, prioritizes and dispatches police and fire calls.
What County Is the Jackson Police Department In?
The Jackson Police Department is located in Hinds County, Mississippi.
JPD and the Hinds County Sheriff’s Office are separate agencies. Jackson Police is responsible for municipal law enforcement within Jackson city limits, while the Sheriff’s Office performs county duties and operates Hinds County detention facilities.
The distinction is particularly important for arrests. A person may initially be processed by Jackson Police but later enter the Hinds County detention system.
Jackson also has other law-enforcement agencies operating within or around the city, including the Hinds County Sheriff’s Office and Mississippi Capitol Police. Jurisdiction may depend on the precise location and circumstances of an incident.
Filing a Jackson Police Report
Residents can report crimes by contacting JPD directly, and the department’s current website also provides access to Citizen Self Reporting and collision-report services.
Contact police directly rather than relying on delayed reporting when:
- A suspect remains present
- Someone is threatened or injured
- A firearm or another weapon is involved
- A vehicle has just been stolen
- A home or business has been entered
- Important evidence needs immediate protection
- Officers need to attend the scene
When making a report, provide the exact address, date and time, description of the incident, suspect information, vehicle details and available photographs or security-camera footage.
Keep the police case number after the report is completed. It may be needed for insurance, contacting investigators, requesting records or submitting additional evidence.
Obtaining a Jackson Police Report
The JPD Records Unit is the central repository for incident, offence and traffic-accident reports.
Police report information: 601-960-1341
Records Management Unit: 601-960-1341 / 601-960-1342
The city’s police FAQ specifically directs people seeking a copy of a police report to 601-960-1341.
Be prepared to provide:
- Police case number
- Incident date
- Incident location
- Names of involved people
- Type of report requested
- Valid identification when required
For broader requests involving city records, the Municipal Clerk processes requests under the Mississippi Public Records Act. The city states that requests are generally fulfilled within seven working days after applicable costs are paid unless additional time is necessary because of the volume of records.
Evidence, Property and Impounded Vehicles
JPD’s Administrative Services Bureau includes dedicated Evidence and Property and vehicle-impound functions.
Important contacts include:
Evidence and Property:
601-960-1311 / 601-960-1312
Impound Lot:
601-960-0671 / 601-960-1383
Evidence held for an active criminal investigation generally cannot be released merely because the owner requests it. Release may depend on the investigating officer, prosecutor or court.
A person seeking recovered property should have the case number, identification and proof of ownership available.
For a police-impounded vehicle, contact the Impound Lot before travelling to retrieve it. Requirements can depend on why the vehicle was towed and whether an investigative hold remains.
Complaints About Jackson Police Employees
Professional Standards is responsible for internal accountability within JPD. The current department structure places Internal Affairs and Planning and Research within the Professional Standards Section. Captain Barbara Folsom-McNeal is currently identified as the Professional Standards captain responsible for Internal Affairs.
A useful complaint should include:
- Date and approximate time
- Exact location
- Officer’s name or description
- Badge or unit information, if known
- Police report or citation number
- Witness names
- Photographs or recordings
- A clear account of what occurred
A complainant who does not know the officer’s name should still provide as many identifying details as possible.
Jackson Police Holding Facility and Hinds County Jail
JPD maintains an Adult Holding Facility as part of its administrative structure.
Adult Holding Facility: 601-960-1279
This is different from the Hinds County detention system. People requiring continued county custody may be transferred to facilities operated by the Hinds County Sheriff’s Office.
Important county detention contacts include:
- Jackson Detention Center: 601-974-2945
- Raymond Detention Center: 601-857-4800
The Raymond Detention Center is located at: 1450 County Farm Road, Raymond, MS 39154
Questions concerning an inmate after transfer—such as housing, visitation or custody status—should be directed to the Hinds County Sheriff’s Office rather than JPD Records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. What is the Jackson Police non-emergency number?
The current JPD website lists 601-960-1800 as its non-emergency police number. Jackson 311 can also route certain non-emergency city and police-related service requests.
Q2. How many Jackson Police precincts are there?
JPD currently operates four patrol precincts: Precinct One, Precinct Two, Precinct Three and Precinct Four.
Q3. Who is the current Jackson Police chief?
Dr. RaShall M. Brackney is the current chief of the Jackson Police Department. She was confirmed by the City Council in February 2026 and took over department leadership later that year.
Q4. Does Jackson Police operate the Hinds County jail?
No. JPD operates an Adult Holding Facility for police custody, but the Hinds County Sheriff’s Office operates the county detention facilities, including the Jackson and Raymond detention centers.