GLYNN COUNTY, Ga. – The Glynn County Board of Commissioners on Thursday approved Jacques Battiste at the county’s new chief of police, according to a news release.
Battiste, the news release from the county states, could begin his duties as soon as July 6.
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As written by The Brunswick News, Battiste was the Commission’s top choice after an extensive search. He spoke to a crowd of more than 50 on Monday during a forum at the Brunswick-Glynn County Library.
“For those of you who feel I do not have the qualifications, I ask that you give me the opportunity to show you that I can,” Battiste was quoted as saying. “Let me show you that I can bring the enhancements necessary to create a model department for the state and for the country. I promise you I will bring my best game every day.”
Battiste is a veteran of more than 20 years with the FBI. After, he spent a year as campus police chief at Xavier University of Louisiana -- his alma mater. Since 2019, he has been working as a tactical and training coordinator with Orleans Parish Constable’s Office in New Orleans.