Ridgeland Police Department

09/03/2026

Congratulations to Corporal Carlos Richardson, our August 2026 Officer of the Month!

Corporal Richardson was selected for this recognition following his outstanding work during a recent investigation involving the safety and well-being of a juvenile.

His initiative, sound judgment, and dedication were instrumental in protecting a vulnerable victim and reflect the professionalism and commitment we are proud to see in the men and women of the Ridgeland Police Department.

Please join us in congratulating Corporal Richardson on this well-deserved recognition!

Congratulations to Corporal Carlos Richardson on his Officer of the Month recognition during Tuesday’s board meeting! Thank you for your dedicated service.
Ridgeland Police Department

08/31/2026

🏡 NEIGHBORS NIGHT OUT 2026 🚓🚒

Mark your calendars! The City of Ridgeland’s Neighbors Night Out is scheduled for Thursday, October 15, 2026, from 6:00–8:00 p.m.

Neighbors Night Out brings together our neighborhoods, Ridgeland Police Department, Ridgeland Fire Department, and City officials for an evening of conversation and community.

Throughout the evening, police officers, firefighters, and City representatives will visit participating neighborhoods to meet residents, answer questions, hear your concerns, and get to know the people who make Ridgeland such a great community.

📋 Is your neighborhood participating?

Neighborhoods should RSVP by October 1, 2026 and provide:
• Neighborhood/HOA name
• Contact person
• Email address
• Phone number
• Location of your neighborhood gathering

Send your RSVP information or questions to Lt. Sara Perkins
[email protected] or 601-856-2121

📅 Thursday, October 15, 2026
⏰ 6:00–8:00 p.m.
📌 RSVP Deadline: October 1, 2026

We look forward to spending the evening with our Ridgeland neighbors! 💙

08/25/2026

The Ridgeland Police Department is requesting the public’s assistance to identify suspect(s) involved in a string of backyard storage shed burglaries that occurred in the months of June, July and August this summer. Several items including power tools, lawn care equipment, and other miscellaneous items have been stolen from storage sheds within the city of Ridgeland. These burglaries have occurred in the Greenbrook subdivision off South Wheatley Street.

Anyone with any information please contact the Ridgeland Police Department Criminal Investigation Division at 601-856-2121, or you can remain anonymous by contacting CENTRAL MISSISSIPPI CRIME STOPPERS at 601-355-TIPS (8477) or www.centralmscrimestoppers.com

08/17/2026

UPDATE: This will remain closed until 4:00 pm.

🚨 EMERGENCY ROAD CLOSURE – OLD AGENCY ROAD 🚨

Old Agency Road from the roundabout to Greenwood Crossing will be closed this morning from 8:45 a.m. until approximately 10:30 a.m. while crews complete a water line repair.

Please use an alternate route and allow extra time for travel through the area.

We appreciate your patience and understanding while this necessary repair is completed.

08/14/2026

A huge thank you to 1828 Project of Madison County for everything they have done for Cpl. Ryan Stacy's recovery.

08/07/2026

The Ridgeland Police Department is proud to recognize Detective Tate as our Officer of the Month for July 2026.

During the month of July, Detective Tate investigated a series of auto burglaries in which multiple victims had property stolen. Through outstanding investigative work, Detective Tate identified both the suspect and suspect vehicle, leading to the suspect’s detention and arrest.

Detective Tate’s thorough investigation resulted in a full confession and the recovery of multiple stolen items, allowing property to be returned to the victims.

His initiative, persistence, and exceptional investigative skills brought a serial offender to justice and demonstrated his commitment to protecting and serving our community.

Please join us in congratulating Detective Tate on this well-deserved recognition as Officer of the Month!

Detective Mitch Tate was recognized during last night’s board meeting as Officer of the Month. Congratulations, Detective Tate!
Ridgeland Police Department

07/31/2026

Congratulations to Officers White and Morales for graduating Basic Class #280 at the Mississippi Law Enforcement Officers' Training Academy. They both worked hard and showed true grit throughout the 11 week training program. We wish them the best of luck in their careers as Ridgeland Police officers!

07/31/2026

The overwhelming support for Cpl. Ryan Stacy's recovery cannot be described with simple words. Our community is the best there is. Thank you so much to Southern Outdoors Unlimited and everyone else who has supported Cpl. Stacy in his recovery.

Cpl. Ryan Stacy with the Ridgeland Police Department was driving on the Natchez Trace in the early morning hours of April 26th during a storm when he collided with a downed tree in the roadway while on duty.

Cpl. Stacy was severely injured. He had a torn aorta, torn spleen, broken right arm, broken femur and foot. He also shattered his pelvis on both sides.

Southern Outdoors Unlimited recognizes the enormous task our first responders face every day in keeping our communities safe.

Yesterday members of SOU were able to meet Cpl. Stacy and present him and his wife with a check to help cover some of the cost while he faces an extremely long road to making a full recovery and returning to work. This wouldn’t be possible without our amazing sponsors who continue to do so much in donating to our organization.

We look forward to Cpl. Stacy making a full recovery and joining his shift partners again! Thank you for your service Cpl. Stacy!

07/31/2026

Rounds For Recovery

On July 25, 2026, The Sandlot hosted Rounds For Recovery, a charity shooting match where 100% of the proceeds went to the benefit of Cpl. Ryan Stacy. The event gathered over 50 shooters, dozens of sponsors, and many volunteers all to rally around one of our own in need. As a result, over $10,000 was raised for Cpl. Stacy.

The Ridgeland Police Department would like to extend our deepest gratitude to The Sandlot and everyone involved with making this event a tremendous success. This was not something we requested of them, but something that the people behind The Sandlot took upon themselves to do for our injured officer. Again, we send a huge thank you to all that participated, volunteered and donated for this event.