Montgomery County Police Chief Marcus Jones Announces Retirement

[Anonymous]

SOURCE: https://wjla.com/news/local/chief-marcus-jones-montgomery-county-police-department-retire-retirement-38-years-service-career-maryland-mcpd-new-search-community-dmv

n a heartfelt announcement, police chief Marcus Jones announced his retirement from the Montgomery County Police Department (MCPD) on Tuesday after a notable 38-year career.

Jones' last day will be July 1.

Throughout his tenure, Jones played a pivotal role in strengthening the bond between MCPD and the community.

"Chief Jones is a respected leader, who has tirelessly served Montgomery County with unwavering commitment and dedication," the agency stated.

While retiring a few months earlier than originally planned, Jones said he won't be too far.

“It has been an honor to lead such a dedicated and talented department of officers and professional staff. I am immensely proud of what we have accomplished together, and I am confident in the department’s continued success,” said Jones. “Now is the right time to retire. I am grateful for the support I have received throughout my career. While I may be stepping down a few months earlier than originally planned, I won’t be far. You will still see me around, actively engaging in and contributing to the well-being of Montgomery County.”

I know he's saying he's only retiring a few months earlier than planned, but it seems like a lot of folks are jumping ship from MoCo in general. Given that he was just appointed in 2019, why did we only plan for him to be in the role for a few years? Is that normal for police chiefs?

[Anonymous]

He’s not retiring. He made it very clear in the interview I watched that he’s open to considering other police chief jobs if anyone approaches him with an offer. He’s quitting Montgomery County, not quitting working.

Do you blame him?

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:He’s not retiring. He made it very clear in the interview I watched that he’s open to considering other police chief jobs if anyone approaches him with an offer. He’s quitting Montgomery County, not quitting working.

Do you blame him?

Whoa. I missed that. Yeah, MoCo is a dumpster fire. Between MCPS and MCPD, nothing seems to be working.

[Anonymous]

In this interview, it sounds like he maxed out his time at MCPD, not that he's looking for a job outside of MCPD because he hated it: https://moco360.media/2024/02/01/moco-police-chief-reflects-on-his-tenure-as-he-prepares-to-retire/

Why did you decide to retire now?

I was at maximum retirement time in my 36th year [on the department], so then I went into what they call a deferred retirement program in 2021, which meant that…you have three years maximum that you can do…and then at the end of that three years, you have to retire.

So, in November 2024, I was going to retire no matter what. But…in the last few months, I’ve been thinking about it, and I just feel like the time is right for me to actually retire in July, based upon what I think is a great state of the department right now, and I think we’re ready to pass the baton.

[Anonymous]

Just because your retirement is maxed doesn’t mean you have to quit working.

Read between the lines, FFS.

[Anonymous]

Let me tell you why this is Marc Elrich’s fault!

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:He’s not retiring. He made it very clear in the interview I watched that he’s open to considering other police chief jobs if anyone approaches him with an offer. He’s quitting Montgomery County, not quitting working.

Do you blame him?

Whoa. I missed that. Yeah, MoCo is a dumpster fire. Between MCPS and MCPD, nothing seems to be working.

We need to double down on progressive policies. I suggest a countrywide anti-racism audit, truly defunding the police, an enhanced Crown Act, and free tampons for every man, woman, and child in the county.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:SOURCE: https://wjla.com/news/local/chief-marcus-jones-montgomery-county-police-department-retire-retirement-38-years-service-career-maryland-mcpd-new-search-community-dmv

n a heartfelt announcement, police chief Marcus Jones announced his retirement from the Montgomery County Police Department (MCPD) on Tuesday after a notable 38-year career.

Jones' last day will be July 1.

Throughout his tenure, Jones played a pivotal role in strengthening the bond between MCPD and the community.

"Chief Jones is a respected leader, who has tirelessly served Montgomery County with unwavering commitment and dedication," the agency stated.

While retiring a few months earlier than originally planned, Jones said he won't be too far.

“It has been an honor to lead such a dedicated and talented department of officers and professional staff. I am immensely proud of what we have accomplished together, and I am confident in the department’s continued success,” said Jones. “Now is the right time to retire. I am grateful for the support I have received throughout my career. While I may be stepping down a few months earlier than originally planned, I won’t be far. You will still see me around, actively engaging in and contributing to the well-being of Montgomery County.”

I know he's saying he's only retiring a few months earlier than planned, but it seems like a lot of folks are jumping ship from MoCo in general. Given that he was just appointed in 2019, why did we only plan for him to be in the role for a few years? Is that normal for police chiefs?

Nationally, it's normal. We have been spoiled because Manger was here for 15 years before Jones took over.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:He’s not retiring. He made it very clear in the interview I watched that he’s open to considering other police chief jobs if anyone approaches him with an offer. He’s quitting Montgomery County, not quitting working.

Do you blame him?

Whoa. I missed that. Yeah, MoCo is a dumpster fire. Between MCPS and MCPD, nothing seems to be working.

We need to double down on progressive policies. I suggest a countrywide anti-racism audit, truly defunding the police, an enhanced Crown Act, and free tampons for every man, woman, and child in the county.

This is a good start. But it’s only a start. The people of MoCo …..deserve ….. much more than this. They deserve it, indeed.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:He’s not retiring. He made it very clear in the interview I watched that he’s open to considering other police chief jobs if anyone approaches him with an offer. He’s quitting Montgomery County, not quitting working.

Do you blame him?

Whoa. I missed that. Yeah, MoCo is a dumpster fire. Between MCPS and MCPD, nothing seems to be working.

We need to double down on progressive policies. I suggest a countrywide anti-racism audit, truly defunding the police, an enhanced Crown Act, and free tampons for every man, woman, and child in the county.

This is a good start. But it’s only a start. The people of MoCo …..deserve ….. much more than this. They deserve it, indeed.

Oh well, they are getting Jawando's Freedom to Leave Act on Tuesday. Prohibiting consent searches. That'll help