Special Agent Joel Honored With Top Cop 2016 Award
Today, Thursday, May 19, 2016, is officially recognized by the State of Mississippi as Peace Officers Memorial Day. In conjunction, the Mississippi Center for Police & Sheriffs hosts the annual Police Memorial and Appreciation Day in Jackson. Each year, officers who have gone above and beyond the call of duty are honored with a Top Cop award. This year, the State Auditor’s Office is proud to announce that Special Agent Jeff Joel has been awarded a Top Cop for 2016.
Special Agent Jeff Joel joined the Office of the State Auditor, Investigation’s Division, in 2012. In just four short years, Agent Joel has investigated over 65 cases, issued over $800,000 dollars in demands, and he helped prepare over 40 counts in indictments.
Jeff has truly excelled in his short tenure with the Auditor’s Office and is respected by his peer agents, as well as the command staff for his attention to detail and aggressive pursuit of public corruption. In fact, given his efficient and effective work ethic, he has respectfully earned the nickname “Pac-Man.”
“Jeff serves as a great example not only to the agents on our staff, but also to agents and officers across the state,” said Auditor Pickering. “We are honored to have him serve in our office as we work to protect Mississippi taxpayers.”
Agent Joel lives in Cleveland, MS. and is the State Auditor’s “TOP COP” for 2016.
Magnolia Tribune
