08/31/2025
Today the Joplin Police Department wants to honor and recognize Officer Howard Tackett on his second retirement from the police department. Officer Tackett began the first part of his career with the Joplin Police Department as a police officer in 1988. During that time, Officer Tackett held several positions and retired in 2008 as a Detective Corporal.
In 2016, Officer Tackett was hired back to the Joplin Police Department as an Evidence Technician. Officer Tackett served distinctly in this role for several years. While serving in this critical role, Officer Tackett was credited with enhancing evidence programs and expanding relationships with other agencies.
In 2021, Officer Tackett transferred positions and became the department’s supply officer. Officer Tackett took on the responsibility of ensuring that each officer and the police department were properly and safely outfitted each day. Officer Tackett once again demonstrated his passion for the job and served with distinction.
The Joplin Police Department extends a very big thank you to Officer Howard Tackett, for his many years of service to the citizens of Joplin and the Joplin Police Department. We want to wish Officer Tackett well during his retirement.