Greenville Police Chief J.H. “Howie” Thompson
Greenville Police Chief J.H. “Howie” Thompson. Photo by John Olson

Greenville Police Chief J.H. “Howie” Thompson is retiring effective June 30, 2023, the city announced on May 23. 

Thompson has dedicated the past 29 years to law enforcement. He began his career in 1993 at the Mauldin Police Department and joined the Greenville Department in 1997.

After moving up in the ranks, Thompson was appointed the city of Greenville’s police chief in 2020. 

“I’ve had a great career. I’ve done everything I wanted to do including working vice and narcotics units and commanding SWAT,” Thompson said. 

Thompson said he is proud of the dedicated, professional officers and administrative staff that strive to keep Greenville safe. 

“In 2022, the city of Greenville recorded the lowest number of violent crimes in a decade,” Thompson said. “This is a direct reflection of the teamwork among officers and partnerships with other law enforcement agencies.

City Manager John McDonough described Thompson as reliable, professional and a good sounding board. 

“I appreciate his hard work, commitment, and dedication. I wish him and his family the best as he begins his next chapter,” McDonough said.

This is a developing story. For continuing coverage on the process behind Thompson’s replacement, stay with GreenvilleJournal.com.

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