Long Beach Police Department - MS

09/02/2026

09/01/2026

✨ MONTHLY SPOTLIGHT SERIES! ✨

This month we are proud to highlight OFFICER NATE STIRRAT, who has been serving with Long Beach Police Department since 2016. Officer Stirrat currently serves as a School Resource Officer in our Long Beach Elementary Schools.

WHY DID YOU CHOOSE LAW ENFORCEMENT?
“After serving in the US Navy and relocating to the Gulf Coast, I decided to continue to serve not only my country but my community as well. I have always wanted to help those in need and law enforcement allows me to do that.”

WHAT DO YOU ENJOY MOST ABOUT SERVING OUR COMMUNITY?
“Getting to know the people who make the community stronger and more prosperous. We have some of the most giving, honest, and loyal members of society in our little community and we are blessed because of this.”

TELL US ABOUT YOURSELF
“I am married to my wonderful wife Anna, and we have three beautiful children. We also have three dogs and we spend our spare time traveling and relaxing on our boat.”

WHAT ARE YOUR HOBBIES?
“Photography, One-Wheeling, Motorsports, Wake-Surfing, and going to Dueling Pianos in Pensacola.”

FAVORITE LOCAL SPOT?
“The Downtowner is amazing and we are always at Rackhouse as well.”

FUN FACT?
“I was a tactical air traffic controller in the Navy and saw my first Blink-182 concert onboard the USS Nimitz.”

GO-TO SHIFT FUEL?
”Coffee and licorice”

OFFICER STIRRAT SAYS…
“Always look out for your neighbors and treat one another with respect and dignity. You never know the battle someone else is enduring.”

08/19/2026

🚔 Another Great Addition to the LBPD Team 👮‍♂️

We’re pleased to introduce Officer Tom Mears as the newest member of the Long Beach Police Department. With several years of law enforcement experience, Officer Mears brings valuable knowledge, professionalism, and dedication to our team.

We are excited to have him join the LBPD family and we know he’ll be a great addition to our department and community.

Welcome aboard, Officer Mears! We’re glad to have you with us! 💙🚔

08/11/2026

💙 Thank You, Grace Lutheran Church! 💙

🚔The Long Beach Police Department would like to extend our sincere thanks to the members of Grace Lutheran Church for continuing their annual tradition of showing support for our officers.

Each year, Grace Lutheran Church generously brings us plenty of water, sports drinks, and snacks, and this year was no exception. Your kindness and thoughtfulness are truly appreciated, especially during these hot and busy summer days.

We are grateful to have such caring and supportive members of our community who think of our department year after year. Thank you, Grace Lutheran Church, for your continued support and for always looking out for our officers! 💙

We truly appreciate you!

08/05/2026

🎉 WE HAVE GOOD NEWS... AND EVEN MORE GOOD NEWS! 🎉

Please join us in congratulating OFFICER KELLY MEARS on her move from Animal Control Officer to PATROL OFFICER! Officer Mears has been a valued member of our department, and we are excited to see her take this next step in her career. We know she will continue to serve Long Beach with the same dedication, professionalism, and compassion she has demonstrated since day one. 💙🚔

The good news doesn’t stop there! As Officer Mears begins her new role, we are excited to welcome SARAH CHAMBERS as our new ANIMAL CONTROL OFFICER. We are confident Sarah will be a wonderful addition to our team and look forward to the positive impact she will make in our city. 💙🐾

Please join us in congratulating both Officer Mears and ACO Chambers on their new roles! Thank you both for your commitment to protecting, supporting, and making a difference in our community. We are proud to have you both as part of our team! 👏

08/04/2026

👮💙 MEET YOUR NEWEST LBPD OFFICER!

The Long Beach Police Department is excited to introduce OFFICER DEVIN BATES!

Officer Bates is committed to building positive relationships, serving with integrity, and working every day to build a safer, stronger community. 🚔

Please join us in welcoming Officer Bates to the LBPD family. We are honored to have him serving the Long Beach community! 💙