Bay Minette Announces New Police Chief
By Rick McCann
Blue RAM Media/Gulf Coast News
April 7, 2026
BAY MINETTE, Ala. The city of Bay Minette has once again changed its police chief, according to the mayor’s office.
Chief James Rosier Jr. has worked for the Mobile Police Department and the Mobile County Sheriff’s Office and has specialized experience in the Internal Affairs Bureau.
He is also a veteran of the United States Armed Forces.
“Mr. Rosier is a stellar candidate for this position,” said Mayor Joshua Brown.
“After a rigorous interview process, it became clear that his veteran leadership and deep experience in various facets of law enforcement make him the ideal choice to lead our department forward.”
“I’m excited. The timing is not lost on me,” Rosier said. “With Novelis opening, the city is growing, and the department will need to grow too. The department has a good staff, so I’m ready to get in there, roll up my sleeves, and rise to the challenge.”
Rosier will be sworn in on May 6, with Acting Chief Stracener to assume the role of Assistant Police Chief.
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