Mississippi Coast police chief suspended by city officials
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- Moss Point city officials voted to suspend Police Chief Brandon Ashley for 5 days.
- The city did not disclose the reason for the action.
- Sgt. Kim Snowden will lead the Moss Point Police Department during the suspension.
Moss Point city leaders Tuesday voted 5-2 to temporarily suspend Police Chief Brandon Ashley.
At the request of Mayor Billy Knight, the mayor said the city voted to suspend Ashley without pay for five days, though the reason for the suspension was not released.
“As policy, we don’t comment further on personnel matters” Knight said.
Ward 4 Alderman Victor J. Bovastro and Ward 6 Alderman Wayne Lennep voted against the measure.
“I cannot comment on this situation with the chief,” Lennep said, “other than to say I did not support the suspension.”
The Sun Herald was unable to reach Ashley for comment.
In the interim, Moss Point Police Sgt. Kim Snowden is heading up the Police Department.
This story was originally published August 7, 2025 at 10:56 AM.
