Luckey appointed Dept. of Public Safety Commissioner, succeeds Tindell who is running for Attorney General

Luckey appointed Dept. Of Public Safety.

Key points

• Governor Tate Reeves (R) confirmed Friday that he has appointed Capitol Police Chief Bo Luckey as Commissioner of the Mississippi Department of Public Safety effective immediately.
• Luckey has served as Chief of Capitol Police since May 2022 when he appointed to that position by the governor.
• Tindell is stepping down to run for Attorney General in the 2027 election cycle.
• Wealthy Florida trial lawyer who wants Democrats to usher in another New Accord is funding ad blitz for Colom in Mississippi.
• Sounding like a candidate for Governor, Duff discussions vision and opportunities for Mississippi with Lamar County Republicans.

Luckey appointed Dept. Of Public Safety Commissioner, succeeds Tindell who is running for Attorney General. By: Frank Corder – October 16, 2026.

Tindell, who has led the agency for the last six years, will remain at DPS until November 30 to assist with the transition, the governor's office remarked.

Tindell is stepping down to run for Attorney General in the 2027 election cycle. He informed Magnolia Tribune when he unveiled his run that he planned to step aside when the time was right and when the governor had the appropriate time to consider a replacement.

"Bo has done an incredible job as Chief of Capitol Police. His work has created our capital city and state safer, " Governor Reeves stated in an official note. "He has years of law enforcement experience and is the right person to lead the Mississippi Department of Public Safety. I'd like to thank Sean for admirably serving our state and wish him well in the next chapter of his career."

Luckey has served as Chief of Capitol Police since May 2022 when he appointed to that position by the governor. He previously served as a senior criminal investigator in the Mississippi Attorney General's Office, in both the Human Trafficking Unit and the Consumer Protection Division. Luckey has additionally worked in a variety of roles at law enforcement organizations such as the Brandon Police Department, Rankin County Sheriff's Department, U.S. Department of Homeland Security Investigations, and the DEA. He earned his J.D. From the Mississippi College School of Law and B.S. From Mississippi College.

Luckey remarked he was deeply honored and humbled to accept Governor Reeves' appointment as DPS Commissioner.

"I am grateful for his trust and the opportunity to continue serving the individuals of Mississippi. It has been a privilege to serve as Chief of Capitol Police alongside such dedicated law enforcement professionals. I am proud of what we have accomplished together and grateful for the relationships built along the way, " Luckey remarked. "I look forward to this next chapter and remain committed to serving Mississippi with humility, dedication, and a steadfast commitment to public safety."

According to Tindell, luckey has led the Capitol Police to a level that has exceeded expectations, and he is confident Luckey will continue that success as the next Commissioner of Public Safety.

"I'm proud of what we've accomplished together and look forward to the opportunity to serve the people of Mississippi in other capacities in the future, " Tindell continued. Regarding the Author(s).

Frank Corder is a native of Pascagoula. For almost two decades, he has noted and offered analysis on administration, public policy, business and matters of faith. Frank's interviews, articles, and columns have been shared throughout Mississippi as well as in national publications. He is a frequent guest on radio and television, providing insight and commentary on the inner workings of the Magnolia State. Frank has served his community in both elected and appointed public office, hosted his own local radio and television programs, and managed private businesses all while being an engaged husband and father. Email Frank: [email protected].

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