Oxford Names New Police Chief

0:00It's April 29th. This is Birmingham News, today, powered by AI. Oxford just named Daniel Fipps as their new police chief. Officials made the announcement Tuesday evening, and he got sworn in right there by the outgoing chief, Bill Partridge, who's retiring after 19. Years on the job, Partridge handed over the badge and fully back the pick, saying Fipps has the leadership to take the department forward. The change becomes official on May 1st, 2026. Fipps brings solid experience, having joined the Oxford Police Department back in 2010. He's also got military routes, serving in the Army Reserve, and now with the Alabama Air National Guard. That background means he's ready to keep things strong for the community. Partridge highlighted how Fipps will build on the department's motto of first-class protection and service. The Fipp stepping up, Oxford's police force looks set for steady progress ahead.