LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- After 37 years of service, the chief of police in Madison, Ind., has announced his plans to retire at the end of the year, and the search is underway to find the next chief.
John I. Wallace started his career more than three decades ago as a Madison patrol officer in 1986. He has also served as detective, sheriff and a school resource officer. Wallace was appointed Madison's police chief in 2020.Â
According to a social media post from the city, Wallace plans to spend his retirement enjoying time with family, including his four grandchildren.
"It has truly been an honor and privilege to serve the citizens of Madison and Jefferson County as a police officer," Wallace said in a written statement. "I have been blessed to serve with some of the best men and women Madison / Jefferson County has to offer and sincerely appreciate the opportunity Mayor Bob Courtney gave me, returning to the city police to finish out my career as chief."
Under Chief Wallace's leadership, the police department has grown to 34 officers, according to the post. The department also formed a crime suppression task force credited with reducing drug-related crime by 22 percent, and implemented Operation Predator Net to deal with crimes against children.
Madison is now accepting applications for the position of Police Chief. CLICK HERE to apply. Applications will be accepted through Dec. 17 at midnight.
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