PRESS RELEASE:

June 21, 2016

The City of Crossville Police Department is proud to announce the start of training for the city’s first ever V.I.P. (VOLUNTEERS IN POLICING) program. There are still a few slots remaining for this exciting new program that will allow citizens to become even more involved in partnering with the Crossville Police Department, to give back to their community!

The specially designed training program is intended to start on August 1, 2016 and will be held Monday through Friday, from 1pm – 5pm, CST. And will run for 2 weeks.

The 40 hour training will introduce patrol techniques, report writing, radio procedures, finger printing, driving new V.I.P. patrol vehicles and many other aspects of police operations. The training will be free of charge. Come earn your “stripes” with us as member of our First Ever V.I.P. program. If you have always wanted to be a part of a great agency and help your community, this is your chance!

Some of the requirements for potential volunteers will be:

• 18 years or older with NO criminal record
• Possess a valid TN driver’s license with a safe driving record
• Pass our academy curriculum

If you are interested and would like to participate in the V.I.P. program, please fill out an application from the City of Crossville website: APPLICATION FOR VOLUNTEERS IN POLICING or stop by Crossville City Hall to pick up an application. For more information on the V.I.P. program, call the Crossville Police Department at 931-484-7231 and ask to speak with Kristi Cook! Hurry, the DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS WILL BE July 18, 2016 @ 4pm.

Up Coming Events

On December 9th, 2017, members of the City of Crossville Police Department, Fire Department and the Cumberland County Sheriff's Office will be partnering with the Literacy Council to hold a 1st Responders Reading Event at the Cumberland County Courthouse Gazebo, from 2:30pm to approximately 3:15pm.

The event, designed to give children an opportunity to participate in readings from children's Christmas stories, will be held just prior to the 4:30pm Christmas parade.

Parents are encouraged to bring their children by to enjoy this first-time-ever event and have a heart-warming Christmas story sharing experience before heading off to watch the Christmas Parade.

Contact the Crossville Police Department Cpt. Qualls with any questions @ 931-484-7231.

Officer Awards

January 10, 2018

The City of Crossville Police Department proudly recognizes the 2017 Police Award recipients. The awards are presented to recognize agency members who go above and beyond what is required in their job descriptions as well as going the extra mile to help protect the citizens of our community.

 2017 Officers of the Year:            K-9 Sptl. Camden Davis – Ptl. Jared South

2017 DUI Enforcement:                 1^st Ptl. Jared South - 2^nd Sgt. Jake Brink - 3^rd Ptl. Joshua Mangas

2017 Traffic Enforcement:            1^st Ptl. Nick Sherrill - 2^nd Ptl. Joshua Mangas

A special thank you and congratulations goes out to all of the award recipients. Job well done!

Officer of the Month

November, 2017

City of Crossville Police officer receives recognition as “Officer of the Month” for November 2017.

On November 18, 2017, Officer Jared South observed a suspicious vehicle in the area of US Hwy 127 South. A traffic stop resulted in Officer South making contact with the individuals located within, who appeared nervous and were making inconsistent statements. His subsequent investigation led to the discovery and seizure of 3.5 grams of methamphetamine and 53 Narcotic pills which, following Officer South’s investigation, the driver admitted to have been selling. Additionally, Officer South seized over $600 in US currency, which is believed to be proceeds from the sale of narcotics. Officer South’s efforts and professionalism are to be commended.

It is with exceptional officers and a determination to maintain the highest levels of service to the citizens of Crossville that our agency will continue to exceed the expectations of our community. 

A special Thank You and Congratulations goes out to Officer Jared South. Job well done!

May 3, 2017

Two City of Crossville Police Department officers have received recognition with the issuance of “Officer of the Month” awards for March, 2017.

On March 26, 2017, Patrolman Jared South responded to a burglary in progress at Glenwood Place. Upon his arrival he made contact with a manager and an employee. After speaking with them he successfully located all 3 of the suspects. His subsequent investigation led to the arrest of all 3 suspects and the recovery of the stolen property.

On March 3, 2017, K-9 Patrolman Camden Davis responded to the area of Holiday Hills for reports of a vehicle, observed in the area, vandalizing mailboxes. Dozens of mailboxes had been vandalized over the previous several weeks. Patrolman Davis located and stopped the vehicle, identifying three male suspects and began to investigate the incident. Subsequently, his police action led to multiple incidents of vandalism being solved, including the identification of additional suspects.

These officer’s dedication and professionalism is to be commended. It is with exceptional officers and a determination to maintain the highest levels of service to the citizens of Crossville that our agency will continue to exceed the expectations of our community.

A special Thank You and Congratulations goes out to both of the award recipients. Job well done!

 June 15, 2016

4 City of Crossville Police Department officers have received recognition with the issuance of “Officer of the Month” awards for May, 2016.

  On May 20, 2016, Crossville police were dispatched to Walmart due to a suspect fleeing Security Staff. The suspect fled the area in a vehicle, which nearly struck off-duty Patrol Officer Jared South, who had given chase. A short vehicle pursuit followed, during which the suspect narrowly missed striking other vehicles in Interstate Drive before wrecking at the Crossville Outlet Mall, where after another foot pursuit, all four occupants of the vehicle were captured by the named officers. Assisting with the arrest was Cumberland County Sheriff’s Sergeant Kevin Davis. All officers finished their shifts unharmed.

 Listed below are the recognized police officers for May, 2016:

 K-9 Sgt. Dustin Lester

Master Patrol Officer E.J. Williams

Patrol Officer Jared South

Detective Donnie Hammons

 LESTER                    WILLIAMS                 SOUTH                  HAMMONS

A special Thank You and Congratulations goes out to all of the award recipients. Job well done!

 Officer of the Month

 On April 14, 2016 several officers along with other city employees received recognition with the City of Crossville Police Department. The awards were presented during the City Council meeting, to recognize agency members who go above and beyond what is required in their job descriptions as well as going the extra mile to help protect the citizens of our community.

Listed below are the Officers of the Month for March, 2016:

Sergeant Dustin Lester K-9: On 3/13/16, Sgt. Lester made a drug bust at the Red Roof Inn, on 3/15/16, he was involved in a vehicle pursuit that turned into a foot pursuit when it ended in Roane County, where Sgt. Lester prevented the felon from “Car-jacking” another vehicle; and on 3/16/16, Sgt. Lester and his K-9 partner Mojo, tracked the I.D. thieves from the Verizon Wireless arrest, listed next.

Master Patrol Officer E.J. Williams: On 3/16/16 MPO. E.J. Williams investigated two suspicious males at the Verizon Wireless store, which led to the capture of a fugitive from the Dominican Republic, the seizure of computers, a credit card reader and equipment for creating credit cards. After the men ran away from the business, Sgt. Lester deployed K-9 Mojo for a successful track, capturing the suspects.

Sergeant Tim Vandever: On 3/14/16, Sgt. Vandever, while off duty shopping at Lowe’s, observed a thief exiting the store with merchandise. During a scuffle with the thief, in the parking lot, City of Crossville Public Works employee Jeremy Derosset went out and assisted with the apprehension. A special thank you and a separate award were presented to Derosset.

Senior Patrol Officer D. Coleman: On 3/16/16, Crossville Fire Department employees were conducting fire safety checks at Stewart Place Apartments, where they observed some suspicious activity. SPO. Coleman arrived and his investigation led to a search warrant and the discovery of a large amount of drug activity. A special thank you and a separate award were presented to the Fire Department.

Master Patrol Officer Matthew Green: On 3/17/16, MPO. Green investigated a stolen vehicle, subsequently recovering the vehicle and arresting the thief who had stolen it. On 3/22/16, he responded to and solved a burglary at Old Jamestown Apartments. MPO. Green was able to identify, locate and arrest the thief.

Our community and our agency appreciate the hard work of these officers. Job well done!!!

 Officer of the Year 2015

Pictured L-R: Chief Rod Shoap, LT. Brian Tilley, PTL. Kevin Wood, Mayor James Mayberry

Patrol Officer Kevin Wood received recognition with the City of Crossville Police Department as the Officer Of The Year for 2015. The award is presented to recognize Police Officers who go above and beyond what is required in their job descriptions as well as going the extra mile to help protect the citizens of our community.

CONGRATULATIONS OFFICER KEVIN WOOD! JOB VERY WELL DONE!       

 Current Events

National Peace Officers Memorial Day falls on Monday, May 15 in 2017. Because National Police Week takes place during the calendar week on which May 15 falls, t...his year's official NPW dates are Monday, May 15, 2017 through Sunday, May 21, 2017.

***NEW***    ELDER WATCH PROGRAM    ***NEW***

The City of Crossville Police Department is excited to announce the introduction of our first ever ELDER WATCH PROGRAM. The purpose of the program is for our office to have a personal contact with elderly citizens of the City of Crossville, to ensure their personal welfare. The Elder Watch Program is designed to enhance contact with homebound elderly persons and residents with special needs. We are often contacted by out-of-town family members who are concerned for the well-being of these persons, due to a lack of contact.

Through the Elder Watch Program, regular contact can be established with those who request to participate. This program will be operated by members of the Crossville Police Department and our VIP (Volunteers in Policing) program, who will establish contact with the homebound person, on a regular basis, to check on their well-being. If, through the course of his or her regular duties, an officer or volunteer encounters a resident who would benefit from the Elder Watch program, the officer would be encouraged to provide an Elder Watch Request Form to that resident.

Elder Watch Program Details

• Upon regular intervals, a member of the Crossville Police Department will attempt to contact participants by home visits.
• We will check on the welfare of the participants, their personal well-being and check their physical condition during extreme weather, heat / cool, etc.

The Crossville Police Department wants to stress the importance of increasing the awareness of this new Elder Watch program, in an effort to help insure the safety of our community’s must vulnerable residents.

Elder Watch Request Forms can be picked up at Police Headquarters during normal business hours. Residents or family members may also contact the VIP office at (931)484-7231, ext. 123, to request that an Elder Watch Request Form be mailed to their home, or to schedule one of our Volunteers come to their home and assist in filling out the request form.

***CLICK HERE to print the Elder Watch Request Form*** 

 Police Memorial Ceremony

 The City of Crossville Police Department Honor Guard, along with Cumberland County Sherrif's Department personnel, retired and former Law Enforcement officers and the thankful public turned out at the Court House lawn for a Police Memorial Ceremony. This time every year, we come together to remember those who have fallen in service to our community and while protecting our very way of life.

Members of Crossville P.D. Honor Guard: L-R, Ptl. E.J. Williams, Det. Donnie Hammons, Maj. Mark Rosser, Det. Danny Harris

Officer E.J. Williams honoring fallen officers.