Retiring Birmingham Police Chief Scott Thurmond, whose last day at BPD is Wednesday, will begin his new role at UAPD on Dec. 2.

Less than a month after announcing he would be leaving the helm of the Birmingham Police Department, Scott Thurmond has announced that he will remain in law enforcement, working an hour away from the Magic City.

Birmingham Police Chief Scott Thurmond has been named as deputy chief at the University of Alabama Police Department (UAPD).“Chief Scott Thurmond is a remarkable police leader who has served his community with dedication,

Retiring Birmingham Police Chief Scott Thurmond will be taking on a new role with the University of Alabama Police Department (UAPD.)I

Thurmond announced his retirement on Oct. 24 from the Birmingham Police Department after 26 years. He served as Birmingham’s chief from 2022-2024. Get news alerts in the Apple A

A big name from the state's business scene has been tapped for a new role with University of Alabama. Grayson Hall is the newest member of the University of Alabama System's board of trustees. Hall, who graduated from the system and is and the retired chairman and CEO of Regions Financial Corp.