Lansing Police Chief Ellery Sosebee to retire

(WSYM) - Lansing Police Chief Ellery Sosebee is retiring at the end of the month.

Lansing police confirmed Sosebee's retirement to FOX 47 News early Monday afternoon.

According to the city's website, Sosebee has been in law enforcement since 1999 and with the Lansing Police Department for over two decades.

He started his career in Meridian Township as an officer before joining the LPD.

During his tenure with LPD, he was in many capacities, including on the road patrol, Tactical Team, Honor Guard, and Emergency Management Team.

He was promoted to Sergeant in 2014, Lieutenant in 2014, and Captain in 2019.

According to the city, he was promoted to interim Police Chief on June 26, 2021, before Mayor Andy Schor promoted him to021 Chief of Police at the end of 2.

According to his department biography, he is a graduate of Michigan State University.

Currently, there are no details about the city's search for a new chief.

We will update this story as more information becomes available.

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