Oral History Project | James Ward

Former Milan Police Chief James Ward recalls some memorable events and reflects on changes in the community during his time on the job.


Narrator:
Ward, James
Date of interview:
March 23, 2010
Occupations:
Milan Police Chief

Timestamps

0:30
Getting started as a police officer
1:25
Old police department building
2:30
New police facility
4:00
Technology in patrol cars
6:55
Stopping a ‘wanted’ person
9:00
Video technology/ Taser
9:50
Escaped prisoners from Tennessee
13:30
Using instincts on the job
15:50
Miami police officer drug bust
18:00
Small town policing
19:40
Using a tape recorder on the job
20:50
Video in support of officers
21:30
Resisting arrest
21:50
Unmerited swearing complaint
23:40
Safety Town
24:15
Death on the job
24:40
Small town entitlement issues
25:20
Milan Police Department as a stepping stone for careers
26:00
Chief Claymont(?) of Perkins Township
27:45
Change in work ethic

 

Leave a Reply