Henry County officials announced recently that Sheriff Keith McBrayer has been retained to oversee the Henry County Police Department’s operations for six months until a new police chief is hired. The action takes effect June 26. Chief Keith Nichols recently announced that he will retire effective June 30 after 26 years with the department and seven years as its top officer.
According to the agreement reached with the county, McBrayer will temporarily manage the HCPD and will do so for a six-month period while the search for a permanent replacement is conducted. During that time HCPD Deputy Chief Mark American will continue in his role and work directly with McBrayer handling the department’s day-to-day operations.
County officials said they intend to start the process of hiring a new chief in October with the goal of having the position filled by Jan. 1.
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