Board approves disciplinary action against police department master sergeant
The Starkville Board of Aldermen on Tuesday approved a disciplinary action against Starkville Police Department Master Sgt. Shawn Word after a closed-door meeting with police officials.
Starkville police chief to retire at year’s end
Starkville Police Chief David Lindley resigned Tuesday following a one-hour meeting by the Starkville Board of Aldermen, which placed Lindley on administrative leave on Friday. Lindley’s resignation will go into effect Dec. 31.
SPD Chief Lindley suspended
The Starkville Board of Aldermen placed Starkville Police Chief David Lindley on indefinite administrative leave Friday after meeting for almost an hour behind closed doors.
Starkville police chief details recent losses
The Starkville Police Department is facing a two-fold loss in funds in services following the exit of five veteran officers and the non-renewal of a contract with a prisoner transport service.
VIDEO: Fire tears through Starkville’s Crossgates Apartments
Fire ripped through three buildings in the Crossgates Apartments in Starkville Tuesday evening, creating a chaotic scene and sending smoke billowing into the air that could be seen for miles around the city.