The History of the

Hendersonville Police Department

 

 

he Hendersonville Police Department was started about 40 years after the City's incorporation in 1847.  Chief B.B. Jackson was appointed as first town Police Chief in 1889. 

 

Staff Sergeant Cox is currently researching the history of the department and is searching for any historical documents, pictures, or stories available for review. 

 

If you have anything you may think would be of interest, especially any pictures you may have, please contact him at 828-697-3038. 

 

Click on the links below for stories, pictures, and articles.

 

   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   

Department Photo 1920's

 Department Photo Circa 1957

Department Photo Circa 1980

Department Photo Circa 1988

Department Photo 2004

Events of 1930

Retired Chief DeBois Edmundson, service dates 1958-1978