Laurel Police Department Welcomes Two New Officers

On Thursday, February 1, Laurel Mayor Johnny Magee led Tyson Knight and R.H. Stockman in taking their oaths of office as they were sworn in to the city’s police department.

Knight joins the force as a first-time officer and was accompanied in the ceremony by his wife, Hanna Knight.

Stockman has previously served as a law enforcement officer in Jasper and Jones counties and was accompanied by his son, Ruston Stockman, age 9.

The City of Laurel, established as a lumber town in 1882, is conveniently situated approximately two hours from larger destination cities such as Jackson, Biloxi, New Orleans, and Mobile. In recent years, the city has become a destination all its own thanks, in part, to its starring role in HGTV’s popular “Hometown” series. As Laurel, and interest in it, continues to grow, we are committed to providing the resources necessary to help all of our residents and businesses reach their full potential.

401 N 5th Avenue
Laurel, MS 39440
mayor@laurelms.com

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8 a.m.- 5 p.m.