Knoxville Police Department 2010 Annual Report - City of Knoxville

Knoxville Police Department
2010 Annual Report
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2010 Annual Report

Table of Contents
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Letter from the Chief 3
Organizational Chart 4
Crime Totals 5
Municipal Court Violations 6
General Sessions Court Violations 7
In Memory 8
Officer of the Month Awards 9
Office of Chief of Police 12
Management Services 14
Patrol Division 17
Criminal Investigation Division 28
Support Services Division 33
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Letter From the Chief...
The Honorable Daniel Brown
Mayor, City of Knoxville
Dear Mayor Brown:
It is with great pleasure that I present the Knoxville Police Department’s 2010
Annual Report. This report represents the activities and achievements of our organization.
The department continued to see a decline in overall crime during 2010. Based on preliminary numbers
the department recorded a 2.8% reduction in crime. The Knoxville Police Department clearance rate continues
to exceed the state average of 35%. In 2010, more than 47% of all crimes were cleared as a result of
the hard-working men and women of our department.
In 2010, the department dedicated a new 360 degree shooting facility. The 360 degree ‘shoot house’
provides a unique firearms training opportunity for KPD officers. The facility is utilized to teach entry techniques,
room clearing, search techniques, low-light activities, as well as specialized K-9 programs. This addition
brings a new capability to KPD training that allows officers to utilize their duty weapons inside a closed
environment, thereby adding realism to training that will keep officers and citizens safer.
The department continued its efforts in 2010 to keep unwanted and expired medications out of our
local waters and landfills. As part of the Knoxville / Knox County Medication Collection Task Force, nearly
3,000 lbs. of medication have been collected through a combination of unwanted medicine collection events
and the installation of a permanent drop box in our headquarters. The destruction of the unwanted and expired
medications remove a potential hazard to our citizens.
Traffic enforcement efforts continue to be a major component of our day-to-day operations. The Commercial
Vehicle Enforcement Unit (CVE) has maintained their efforts to reduce injury producing crashes that
involve large trucks. In addition, officers continue to target speeding and traffic problems in our neighborhoods
through the successful traffic calming initiative. The Red Light Camera Enforcement Program also continues
to play a vital role in reducing crashes. In 2010, the department recorded an 11% drop in property
damage crashes compared to 2009. Officers also continued to seek out and remove drivers driving under the
influence (DUI). More than 1,300 motorists were arrested in 2010 for driving impaired.
In 2009, the Knoxville Police Department was declared a "Flagship" Agency by the Commission on Accreditation
for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA). In 2010, the KPD Training Academy was recognized as a
"Flagship" Agency by CALEA which is the first time a law enforcement agency and a related training academy
have held "Flagship" status simultaneously.
We look forward to continuing our positive relationship with you and members of City Council as we
work to improve our service to the community.
Respectively,
Sterling P. Owen, IV
Chief of Police
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Municipal Court Violations
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General Sessions Court Violations
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In Memory Of ...
Officer James M. Richardson
01/18/10
Captain James E. Skelton
03/10/10
Lieutenant Joseph C. Anderson
03/24/10
Sergeant Theondrad E. Jackson
09/14/10
Captain William Beck
11/11/10
Captain Felix C. Maupin
11/16/10
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Officer Of The Month
January
February
Officer Jeff Damewood and Officer Justin Ruth
Officers Tolliver Robertson, Keith Lyon, Amanda Bunch,
Stephanie Wilson and Ryan Kuykendall
April
May
Officers Tim Riddle, Amanda Bunch and John Stevens
Officer Travis Harvey
June
July
August
Officer Michael Deets
Officer Brandon Wardlaw
Officers Brandon Glover and Ron Linkins
September
October
November
Officer Joseph Whitehead
Officers Brian Bell and Preston Whillock
Officer Tim Thornton
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Civilian of the Month
Citizens Service Award
April
May
Explorer Cameron Paidousis
Animal Control Officer
Ronda Halseth
Jack Hampson
July
August
Teresa Williams
Cadets Christopher Loveday, Kristen Key,and Christopher Hutton
September
Eric Miller
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Annual Awards
Officer of the Year
“Sgt. Shaffer is an outstanding officer, a fine
supervisor, and an unquestioned leader.”
Chief Sterling Owen
Sgt. Josh Shaffer
Reserve Officer of the Year
“The Reserve Unit strives to provide quality service to the
community through the direction and leadership of the Knoxville
Police Department. Reserve Officer Harness has played a major
role in this goal and is recognized for his outstanding service.”
Chief Sterling Owen
Reserve Officer Justin Harness
Explorer of the Year
“We commend Explorer Johnson on his
outstanding work ethic and dedication to
the Knoxville Police Department.”
Chief Sterling Owen
Explorer Dalton Johnson
Civilian of the Year
“Ms. Marston always maintains a professional, yet pleasant
attitude and is very proactive in cross-training others in all
areas of her unit so that the operations of the unit can continue
when someone is away.”
Chief Sterling Owen
Janice Marston
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OFFICE OF CHIEF OF POLICE
The Office of the Chief of Police is responsible for the day-to-day administration of
providing law enforcement services to the citizens of Knoxville. The Chief of Police is
responsible for a budget of over $46,000,000 and the Department’s 516 employees.
Mission Statement: Pursuit of Excellence in
Performance and Service
The Knoxville Police Department shall strive for excellence in
performance and delivery of services to the total community. We
will recruit, employ, and maintain personnel who reflect high professional
standards. The quality of performance will be evaluated
by the Department standards established to measure overall effectiveness.
As we look to the future, it will be in a progressive
and flexible manner that will meet tomorrow’s community needs.
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Internal Affairs
The Internal Affairs Unit of the Knoxville Police
Department falls under the direct command and control
of the Chief of Police. The focus of the unit is to investigate
and monitor allegations of misconduct that come
from concerned citizens, employees and/or supervisory
personnel within the city. While Internal Affairs is
primarily focused on misconduct within the police department,
it is not uncommon for the unit to conduct
investigations within other city departments. The Internal
Affairs Unit is committed to maintaining the integrity
of the Knoxville Police Department and other offices
throughout the city. This is accomplished through
fair and impartial investigations that recognize the
rights of employees while holding them accountable for
their actions.
In addition to conducting investigations, the Internal
Affairs Unit also completes pre-employment background
investigations on all police department employees
and Knoxville Firefighters. Upon request, this same
service has been extended to other departments within
the city. The unit also administers and oversees the
Professional Excellence Program for the Knoxville
Police Department
All complaints received by the Internal Affairs Unit
are thoroughly investigated and the findings are classified
in one or more of the following areas:
Investigation Classifications
First Degree-Sustained: The allegation is supported by
sufficient evidence to believe the incident occurred. Recommendation
for appropriate disciplinary action is made.
25
20
15
10
5
0
8
1st Degree
3
2nd Degree
Sworn Officer Case Dispositions
2
0
3rd Degree
6 6
Public Information Officer
11
4th Degree
21
5th Degree
Cases
1
0 0 0 0 0 0 0
6th Degree
7th Degree
Referral
Pending
The Public Information Office is staffed by one person. The Department
utilizes trained assistant public information officers that are assigned
to various units. These officers have the responsibility of responding
to media inquiries and providing access to information on a
twenty-four hour basis. In addition to daily updates provided to the
media, more than 100 news releases and news conferences were given
in 2010.
Second Degree-Not Sustained: Investigation discloses
insufficient evidence either to prove or disprove the allegation.
Third Degree-Exonerated: The incident complained of
occurred; however, the actions of the employee were lawful and
proper.
Fourth Degree-Unfounded: The investigation disclosed
that the act complained of never occurred and, therefore is false.
(This may apply to one or all accusations against the employee.)
Fifth Degree-Policy Failure: If the complaint investigation
concludes that the allegation is true, but the employee’s
actions were consistent with department policy, the complaint
will be classified as “exonerated – policy failure”.
Sixth Degree-Partially Sustained: The incident has two
(2) or more allegations and at least one (1) of the allegations is
sustained.
Seventh Degree-Infraction Not Based Upon Original Offense:
A substantiated infraction not mentioned in the initial
allegation was disclosed by the investigator.
No Action: Investigative File only
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MANAGEMENT SERVICES
Accreditation
The Accreditation Unit is responsible for the department's
continuing compliance with 464 international
law enforcement standards developed by the
Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement
Agencies (CALEA). The Law Enforcement Training
Academy accreditation program ensures the department is
in compliance with CALEA’s 159 Public Safety Training standards.
2010 Unit Highlights
• The City of Knoxville is the first recipient of CALEA's
TRI-ARC Excellence Award for having successfully
completed three CALEA accreditation programs –
law enforcement, communications, and public safety
training academy
• The training academy received its third
accreditation award at the CALEA Conference in
November 2010 in Garden Grove, California
• Representatives from the police department
participated in five mock assessments of agencies
across the country as they prepared for CALEA
onsite assessments
• The department’s CALEA assessors participated in
four CALEA onsite assessments of agencies across
the country.
• Assisted approximately 36 agencies in their
accreditation process
• Obtained flagship status
• Enacted 37 revisions to written directives and two
new directives
Building Services
Building Services Unit is responsible for providing services
for eight sites associated with the Knoxville Police Department.
Building Services Facilities
• Knoxville Police Department Headquarters
• A patrol precinct located at Knoxville Center
• 5 th Avenue (Safety Education, Technical Services,
Animal Control, and Traffic Services)
• K-9 Kennel
• Moses Center Training Academy
• Phil E. Keith Training Center
• ICAC Building
• Safety City
Chief’s Office/Management Services Division
Civilian Personnel
Crime Analyst 4
Administrative Technician 3
Principal Secretary 2
Administrative Assistant 1
Administrative Supervisor 1
Crime Analysis Supervisor 1
Crime Analyst, Sr. 1
Executive Assistant 1
Maintenance Crew Leader 1
Office Assistant II 1
Police Planning & Operations 1
Manager
Public Information Officer 1
Skilled Trades Craftsworker 1
Stores System Clerk 1
Audit and Inspections
The Audit and Inspections Unit provides the Chief of Police,
senior and mid-level managers, and first line supervisors with a
means of regularly assessing the efficiency and effectiveness of
the department and provides information necessary to affect
change. Staff inspections promote an objective review of administrative
and operational activities, facilities, property, equipment,
and personnel outside the normal supervisory chain of command.
All components of the police department are inspected on a threeyear
cycle.
2010 Audit and Inspections Highlights
• Conducted staff inspections on four components of
the police department.
• Two different Property and Evidence rooms maintained
by the police department were each inspected
twice during 2010.
• The Property and Evidence room underwent one
additional audit due to a change in supervision.
• Conducted quarterly computer workstation inspections
of the Knoxville Police Department Law Enforcement
Training Academy during 2010.
• Performed analysis of voided citations, equipment
readiness inspections of equipment maintained by
Central Supply, and inventories of controlled substances
used for training and organized crime investi-
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Central Supply
The Central Supply Unit maintains an inventory of supplies
and maintains equipment.
Budget Office
The Budget Office is responsible for overseeing the budget
for the Department including payroll and all expenditure of
funds. Their functions include day-to-day approval of expenditures,
incoming revenues, and time and attendance records.
The budget for FY 2010 was $46,000,000.
Planning and Grants
The Planning and Grants Office is responsible for overseeing
both short-term and strategic planning. The office oversees the
grant application process, the administration of all federal and
state grants, and delivery of new programs for the Department.
During 2010, the Planning and Grants office managed $6.5
million of grant funds for the Knoxville Police Department.
Crime Analysis Unit
The objectives of the Crime Analysis Unit are to obtain and
analyze as much information as possible, in order to identify
crime patterns, trends, offenders, and develop correlations to
improve short-term and long-term decision making, and the
ability of the Department to manage, allocate, and deploy resources
so that criminal activities can be stopped.
Percentage of Units Requesting CAU Reports
2010
ROS
4%
Saf et y E d
10%
Chief 's
Other
5%
Office
6%
CID
14%
KCDC
2%
Managed Federal Grant Funding for:
• Anti-Gang Initiative
• Domestic Violence
• Family Justice Center
• Internet Crimes Against Children
(ICAC)
• Commercial Vehicle Enforcement
(CVE)
• Justice and Mental Health Collaboration
Program
• Project Safe Neighborhoods
• Regional Community Policing Institute
• Transitional Housing
Received State Grants for:
• Highway Safety Enforcement and
Education
• Domestic Violence Program
• State ICAC allocation
Patrol
59%
Special Requests
CFS Reports 121
Graphic Projects 25
Special Maps 70
Reported Crime Reports 139
Special Requests 57
NHW Maps 320
Bulletins 382
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Personnel
The Personnel Section is responsible for all aspects of
Personnel Management for employees of the Knoxville
Police Department. Employees files are maintained in
both hard copy and are in the department’s record management
system.
Percentage of Civilian
Employees by Division
Personnel Section Duties
Suppor t
Ser vices
24%
M anagement
Ser vices
15%
Investigative
Division
21%
Patrol
40%
1. Coordinates training and transfer opportunities
2. Administers random drug and alcohol
testing for sworn and safety sensitive
employees
3. Coordinates, schedules and requests
for secondary employment
4. Disseminates annual and promotional
performance evaluations
5. Assists in the promotional process
6. Represents the Department in all personnel
matters
7. Coordinates requisitions for vacancies
within the Department
8. Schedules interviews
9. Assists with the interview, selection,
and orientation process for new employees
Name
SEPARATION IN EMPLOYMENT
Date of
Employment
Date of
Separation
Reason
Mark Eslinger 8‐03‐98 1‐16‐10 Resigned
Matthew Robinson 9‐14‐09 1‐20‐10 Resigned
Keith Lamon 9‐14‐09 2‐02‐10 Resigned
Brendan Mills 8‐04‐08 2‐12‐10 Resigned
David Kerley 9‐14‐09 2‐25‐10 Resigned
Mike Sullivan 11‐12‐79 2‐28‐10 Retired
Percentage of Sworn
Personnel by Gender
Female
11%
Lincoln Steele, III 1‐24‐94 4‐09‐10 Resigned
Gregory Taylor 2‐05‐79 5‐31‐10 Retired
Darren Brock 1‐15‐01 7‐16‐10 Resigned
Donna Kelley 8‐06‐79 7‐31‐10 Retired
Rachel Warren 9‐14‐09 8‐06‐10 Resigned
Larry Pickard 2‐05‐79
(08‐22‐77)
11‐30‐10 Retired
Mark Pressley 10‐08‐79 11‐30‐10 Retired
Male
89%
Tom Fox 2‐05‐79 12‐31‐10 Retired
Randy Carman 11‐12‐79 12‐31‐10 Retired
(Indicates Date of Employment as a Civilian)
In February 2010 the Recruit Academy
graduated 29 new officers
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PATROL DIVISION
East West Unk Total
Crime Reports 17,015 17,574 902 35,491
Calls for Service* 146,670 192,065 4,701 343,436
Arrests 7,800 9,107 202 17,109
Field Interviews 2,949 2,322 355 5,626
Collisions 3,604 5,508 335 9,447
Fatals 17 11 0 28
Patrol Division Civilian Personnel
Crossing Guard 29
Animal Control Officer 6
Principle Secretary 1
Police Cadet 5
Office Assistant II 3
Transportation Officer 3
Animal Control Officer-Sr. 3
Animal Control Supervisor 7
Records Specialist 1
Mission Statement: Pursuit of Excellence in
Ethics and Values
Knowing that law enforcement officers are held to a higher standard
of conduct, the officers of the Knoxville Police Department
shall strive to uphold the highest ethical ideals in both their professional
and private lives. We shall take an active role in establishing
and maintaining a professional image of law enforcement
in all our contacts with the public we serve through honesty and
integrity.
*CFS totals do not include duplicate calls.

West District
The West District provides services to approximately 52.25 square miles of the city. The district boundaries
are west of Interstate 75/275 and the James White Parkway to the Turkey Creek development near Farragut.
The area includes the University of Tennessee, the Central Business District and various business and residential
developments. The Central Business District is one square mile of downtown Knoxville containing 400
city blocks. CBD boundaries are Central Street on the east, Bernard Street on the north, World’s Fair Park on
the west, and Volunteer Landing on the south.
SPECIAL POINTS OF INTEREST:
• In 2010, West District officers performed enforcement duties addressing crime, traffic, and
public disorder issues.
• The Neighborhood Liaison Officer Program, 9 Officers assigned, was continued in 2010 to
work with each of the organized Community and Neighborhood Watch Groups(63) in the District.
• The District worked on problem oriented policing projects such as anti-car burglary and theft,
homeless camp cleanup, graffiti abatement, tactical building plans, and parking and traffic
service projects.
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East District
Geographically, the East District is 51 square miles. It is bordered by I-275 / I-75 on the west, Emory Road
to the north, John Sevier Hwy. to the south, and Midway Rd to the east. This area of neighborhoods and
thriving businesses is a great example of the diversity of the city and citizens of Knoxville.
SPECIAL POINTS OF INTEREST:
• The East District has experienced an increase in DUI and felony arrests.
• Knoxville Police Department began working with the Knox County Attorney General’s Office on an aggressive
program to improve conditions in the city by targeting properties with ongoing criminal activity.
Using the State Nuisance Property Law, East District officers took part in the execution of search warrants
and criminal court injunctions against several businesses with ongoing criminal and order maintenance
issues. This program has allowed law enforcement to close these properties until the business becomes
legally compliant and has added a great tool to the Knoxville Police Department’s ability to address
chronic problems.
• The Liaison Officer Program, which pairs beat officers with neighborhood groups, was expanded in 2010
to include 14 officers and 17 community groups.
• Officers attended 198 community and business meetings last year, focusing on a collaborative response to
community issues.
• East District officers began an active program of bicycle patrols in the city’s parks and greenways, and
expanded this program to include focus areas where an increase in crime was identified.
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Repeat Offender Squad
The Repeat Offender Squad’s (ROS) primary directives
of focus are:
• Repeat violent offenders
• Violent street gangs
• Street level illegal drug sales
• Repeat property crimes violators
• Street level prostitution
The ROS accomplishes this by working closely with
the Property Crimes investigators of the Knoxville
Police Department Criminal Investigation Division as
well as beat officers in the Uniform Patrol Division.
ROS conducts Gang Suppression Operations, which
are joint operations with ROS, Organized Crime Unit
(OCU), Patrol and KCDC officers. The officers target
known problem areas, and when they identify illegal
activity or a person wanted on warrants, they move in
and make arrests. ROS uses undercover officers to
make drug purchases from street dealers and known
gang members. ROS also uses confidential informants
to gather information and to make drug purchases.
The unit works very closely with the Tennessee
State Probation/Parole officers in conducting parolee/probations
home checks and searches.
2010 Highlights
• Developed and served 32 search warrants
on complaint locations for drug violations
• Made 110 arrests on probation and parole
violators
• Made criminal cases against 57 violators involving
guns
• Seized 37 handguns and 9 long guns for a
total of 46 firearms.
• Made criminal cases against 34 gang members
• Made 32 prostitution arrests
• Conducted 2 Gang Suppression Operations
against street level drug dealers and gang
members
• Developed cases and referred 22 defendants
to the USAG office for prosecution in
the federal court system
• Seized $143,378.00 in cash from illegal drug
proceeds
• Seized a total of 16 motor vehicles from illegal
drug proceeds
• Investigated and closed 91 complaint locations
• 38 defendants on the Property Crimes Top
Ten List have been arrested on a total of 154
felony charges
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Knoxville Community Development
The Knoxville Community Development Corporation
(KCDC) Security Detail conducts security/police operations
in the public housing areas throughout the City of
Knoxville. A supplemental patrol consists of off-duty police
officers that provide services in all of the public housing
area throughout the city. The officers supplemented
Organized Crime Unit, Repeat Offender Squad, and Patrol
during special and tactical operations.
K-9 9 Detail
The K-9 Detail officer/canine teams are intensively
trained to work together to provide a variety of services
to the citizens of Knoxville. Officer/canine teams are
routinely used to find drugs, search buildings, track suspects
and others, detect explosives, assist in crowd control,
perform other patrol tasks, provide protection to dignitaries
and to their human partners.
2010 KCDC Highlights:
• KCDC conducted 582 walking patrols and conducted
190 knock and talks
• Officers conducted 160 preliminary investigations,
issued 4,880 citations and made 760 arrests, 69 for
felony charges, on KCDC properties
• The KCDC liaison conducted 5,290 background
investigations checks for residency and 124 criminal
trespass investigations
• Officers dispersed crowds on 38 occasions and recovered
23 stolen vehicles
• Additional investigations conducted by these officers
resulted in the confiscation of 17 handguns, 5 long
guns, 359.7 grams of cocaine/crack cocaine, 1,036.3
grams of marijuana, 230 illegal pills, 300 grams of
methamphetamine, and 100 items of drug paraphernalia
• Officers seized 2 vehicles and $30,215.00 cash
2010 K-9 Detail Highlights:
Kejo was added to the K-9 Unit as a dual
purpose explosive detection team
• Five K-9 teams attended the International Police
Work Dog Association (IPWDA) National Workshop
• The head KPD canine trainer was awarded IPWDA
Trainer Certification
• Answered 1,410 calls for service
• Searched 1105 vehicles, 26 buildings, 12 packages,
and 11 area searches for drugs
• Seized 36 vehicles, 40 guns, and $178,780
• Seized 98,718.5 grams of marijuana, 1,199.95 of
cocaine, 4106 illicit pills, 48.5 grams of MDMA,
308.2 grams of Meth., and 20 grams of LSD
• Conducted 87 criminal tracks and 1 non-criminal
track
• Searched 105 buildings and conducted 35 area
searches for suspects which resulted in 39 K-9 apprehensions,
9 of which were physical apprehensions
• Responded to stand-by for patrol on 93 criminal incidents
and deployed for crowd control 11 times
• Conducted 24 demonstrations with estimated attendance
of 14,530 people
• Over 243 felony arrests and 589 misdemeanor arrests
were attributed to the K-9 Unit
• Explosive Detection Canine, Bunky retired from the
unit
• Dual purpose narcotics canines Ranger, Beny, and
Kilo were added to the unit
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Commercial Vehicle
The Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Detail
(CVE) concentrates on the enforcement of laws pertaining
to commercial vehicles so as to reduce injury
producing crashes involving larger vehicles.
The detail issued 13,901 citations: 1,445 to commercial
vehicles and 12,456 to privately owned vehicles
in 2010 and made 128 arrests.
Traffic Calming Initiative targets speeding
and traffic violators in Knoxville
neighborhoods. During 2010, while working
the Traffic Calming Initiative, officers
issued 18,133 citations and made 199 arrests
consisting of 403 charges.
Motorcycle Detail
Arrests 168
Citations Issued 20,933
Accidents Investigated 3,786
Traffic Enforcement D.P.’s 146
Community Relations D.P.’s 17
Special Events/Escorts 138
Traffic Control Assignments 27
School Crossing Assignments 12
The Blue Hawk Motorcycle Unit’s main focus is
the reduction of traffic collisions throughout the
city with proactive traffic enforcement and effective
crash investigations. The secondary function
of the Unit is to staff special events. In 2010, the
Unit participated in 14 parades and 37 Runs/
Walks.
Hit and Run Detail
The Hit & Run Investigation Detail is responsible
for reviewing all hit and run investigations, conducting
follow-ups to these investigations, assisting other
officers in their investigations of these type crashes
and assisting victims in the reporting and prosecution
of hit and runs. In 2010, the Detail reviewed 504
cases. The Detail also provides technical and investigative
assistance in all fatal traffic crashes in the city.
Red Light Camera Detail
The Red Light Camera Enforcement Program is a
key component to reducing the number of vehicle
crashes in Knoxville.
2007 2008 2009 2010
Total Crashes 616 499 447 472
Angle Crashes 105 96 67 86
Rear-End Crashes 369 311 289 305
Rear-End Crashes attributed
to Red Light Cameras 3 1 0 3
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Field Training Program
The Field Training Evaluation Program is a highly structured training
program designed to provide the new officer with training needed to supplement
the knowledge gained in the Knoxville Police Department Training
Academy. Immediately upon graduation the new officers are assigned
with experienced and trained field officers for a period of 16 working
shifts. The program consists of four phases and the new officer is assigned
to various parts of the city. This assignment allows the new officer the opportunity
to apply his/her classroom learning in actual situations. The officer
is allowed to make his/her own decisions and handle both common and
stressful situations under the watchful eye of the trainer. The new officer is
rated and trained on a daily basis for these 16 weeks.
The Safe Streets Program
focuses its enforcement efforts
in locations where
there are high incidences of
collision, aggressive driving
and alcohol related incidents.
Officers issued
11,148 citations and made
104 arrests of individuals
during 2010 while working
Safe Streets.
Animal Control Unit
The Animal Control Unit is responsible
for responding to all calls for service involving
domestic animals, livestock calls,
investigating cruelty complaints, and
picking up sick or injured wildlife within
the city limits. The unit is also responsible
for inspecting all pet shops, issuing
permits for exhibitions involving animals,
special animal permits, and permits for
commercial and non commercial kennel
operations. The Unit is responsible for
delivering and collecting receipts and
monies for city license tags to 51 local
veterinarians for sale to the public.
2010 HIGHLIGHTS
• Since the Dangerous Dog
Ordinance was passed in
2007, the Animal Control
Unit has handled approximately
40 cases.
• The Unit answered 9,153
calls for service, 4,193
calls for animal pick up,
and issued 733 citations.
This combined for a total
of 15,338 calls, 4,972 animals
being transported,
and 1,235 citations issued.
• Prosecuted approximately
30 animal cruelty cases
and prosecuted 15 Dangerous
Dog cases.
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Teleserve Unit
The Teleserve Unit of
the Knoxville Police Department
is a telephone
investigations unit that
provides citizens with a
convenient alternative for
reporting certain crimes,
non-violent in nature.
Sworn personnel and cadets
staff the Teleserve
Unit 24 hours a day,
seven days a week.
The Teleserve Unit provides
citizens with a location
to obtain advice telephonically,
call in nonurgent
complaints, request
property checks,
and make reports for
crimes that are not in progress.
The Teleserve Unit
is staffed by experienced
officers and cadets, who
provide a wealth of information
and knowledge,
which benefits the citizens
troubled with police
related issues and concerns.
In turn, this enables
patrol officers to remain
proactive in their efforts
to address other serious
issues and crimes in our
city.
Inspections Unit
2000
1800
1600
1400
1200
1000
800
600
400
200
1895
The Inspections Unit is responsible for enforcing local and
state laws, which pertain to the sale of alcoholic beverages and
vehicles for-hire. In addition to enforcement duties, the unit:
• Investigates the criminal history of beer permit applicants
and prepares reports for each Beer Board meeting
• Processes taxi and limo driver permit applications, issues
permits, inspects vehicles for-hire and maintains records
regarding each company and driver
• Monitors the conduct of wrecker companies and drivers and
investigates complaints
• Issues Booting licenses and investigates booting complaints
• Monitors Mixed Martial Arts cage fighting events
0
Theft From Motor Vehicle
Total Reports Completed by Teleserve - 2010
1407
All other Larceny
960 915
Destruction/Damage/Vandalism
of Property
Theft From Motor Vehicle
Parts/Accessories
859
Theft From Building
768
Motor Vehicle Theft
594
Burglary/Breaking & Entering
Inspections Enforcement
Activity Summary
Citations Issues
Total Alcohol Related
Citations issued
Total vehicle for-hire
Citations issued
Total all other
341
Shoplifting
268
Credit Card/Automatic Teller
Fraud
344
Others
2010 % Change
from Previous
Year
80 -22%
104 +316%
40 +66%
Total Arrest 59 -59%
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Police Cadet Program
The Police Cadet Program is an option for individuals
18 to 21 years of age to pursue a career in law enforcement.
Cadets receive law enforcement training
and have the opportunity to attend college utilizing
the City of Knoxville’s tuition reimbursement benefit.
This program also serves as an enhancement in recruiting
future police officers and developing future
ranks of the Knoxville Police Department with exceptional
young men and women. Upon successful completion
of the Cadet Program, cadets are eligible for
employment as a police officer with the City of Knoxville.
Cadet Hightlights
A total of 1302 police reports were taken
by cadets assigned in Teleserve in 2010.
As for parking enforcement activities,
cadets were responsible for ensuring the
open flow of traffic on streets in the Fort
Sanders neighborhood, campus areas
and downtown. For the year, this enforcement
resulted in well over
$470,121.96 worth of parking fines.
Crisis Negotiation
The Crisis Negotiations Unit is responsible
for responding to incidents that require officers
trained in crisis intervention and negotiation
techniques to deescalate, stabilize and peacefully
resolve a wide array of situations that officers
encounter when dealing with persons in
crisis.
Volunteer Courtesy Officer
The Volunteer Courtesy Officer (VCO) Program promotes
community service, citizenship, and responsibility,
as the Program seeks to provide ambassadors to those visiting,
working and living in Knoxville. The VCO Program
volunteers worked events held on the Market
Square Mall and specifically provided a constant presence
at the Saturday morning Farmer's Market. They also provided
assistance during UT football games, downtown
festivals, Safety City events, and parades. In 2010, the
VCO Program volunteered for approximately 600 hours.
The cadets have various assignments
within the Knoxville Police
Department, including bicycle patrols,
parking enforcement, traffic
direction during special events,
Career Days and Job Fairs, assistance
during sobriety checkpoints
and underage alcohol buys.
Crisis Negotiation 2010 Highlights
• Responded to 12 incidents in 2010 that included
a bridge jumper, barricaded suspects
and suicidal individuals.
• Participated in 80 hours of training during
the monthly training days.
• Provided regional training to negotiators
from the Oak Ridge Police Department,
Morgan County Regional Correctional Facility
and the Pigeon Forge Police Department.
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Explorer Unit
The Explorer Unit of the Knoxville Police Department
is a scouting program designed to introduce young men
and women ages 14 to 20 to law enforcement as a potential
career. Explorers are volunteers who meet to learn
about law enforcement in general and the Knoxville Police
Department specifically, and provide working support
to the department. Additionally, they learn skills that
provide them with a solid foundation to become productive
members of our community. The Explorers are assigned
to the District Support Unit of the Patrol Division.
Explorer 2010 Highlights
• Held 33 meetings and training sessions
• Assisted the department at fifty-one events
• Completed 19 ride-a-longs with patrol officers
• Collected trash and reported maintenance issues at
the historic Fort Dickerson Park as a community
service project through the City of Knoxville’s
Parks and Recreation Department
• Placed in five events (all either 2 nd or 3 rd ) in the
Regional Winterfest Explorer Competition, making
them the most winning law enforcement team participating
• Handed out an estimated 1,000 crime prevention
flyers and performed high visibility patrols each
weekend between Thanksgiving and Christmas
• Donated 2,289 man-hours to the department and
community in 2010
Mobile Field Force
The Mobile Field Force is currently
comprised of 24 members
equally divided into three
squads. Mobile Field Force
was deployed for the National
Socialist Movement March
rally held in downtown Knoxville
on August 14, 2010 and on
Cumberland Avenue on Friday
and Saturday evenings during
University of Tennessee Football
games.
Special Operations Squad
The Special Operations Squad responds to high-risk
incidents requiring specialized training and/or equipment.
The members of the team train to perform as a highly disciplined
unit during any unusual occurrence. Some of the
incidents include hostage situations, barricaded subjects,
acts of terrorism, riot control, dignitary protection, mass
arrest situations, sniper situations, civil defense and high
risk warrant service.
In 2010 the Special Operations Squad responded
to:
• Six major incidents that dictated the use of
the entire team
• Situations dealing with persons in crisis
• Fourteen high- risk search warrants
Reserve Unit
The Reserve Unit provides supplemental manpower to
the Patrol Division, and in 2010 there were 12 active,
Post-certified Reserve Officers. The Unit is assigned
to the District Support Unit, but provides supplemental
assistance to all branches of the Department. The Reserve
Officers assisted with prisoner transport, UT Football
games, two-man patrols and other enforcement activities.
The Unit generated approximately 2,992 hours of
volunteer assistance during 2010 and completed an additional
721 hours of training. A Reserve Officer performs
at least 16 hours of service each month, which consists of
attending bi-weekly meetings and providing supplemental
police services.
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Bomb Squad
Bomb Squad / Explosive Ordnance Disposal (E.O.D.)
is responsible for the render safe procedures for Improvised
Explosives Devices (IED’s) and Unexploded Ordnance
(military UXO) ranging from blasting caps to
VBIED’s, the recovery and disposal of commercial and
military explosives (also includes disposal of legal and
illegal fireworks), the investigation of bombing incidents
including attempts and hoaxes as well as post blast
incidents, Explosives Breaching Operations, and support
of SOS and Negotiator Operations through use of
Explosives Breaching or Robot Operations. They also
provide support of Federal Agencies to include: FBI,
ATF, USPS Inspectors, TSA, Homeland Security,
USSS, and DOE. The Bomb Squad has Memorandums
of Understanding with several surrounding local law
enforcement agencies to provide their services when
requested. The Bomb Squad conducted 23 internal biweekly
training sessions and provided over 19 other
training sessions to law enforcement and civilian personnel.
Call Type
Total
Recovery of Explosives 13
Operational “Standbys" 11
Suspicious Packages 8
Suspect Device 4
Suspicious Vehicles 2
Booby Trap Clearance 2
Post Blast Investigation 2
Protective Detail 1
Hoax Devices 1
Search and Recovery
The mission of the Search and Recovery Team
(SAR) is to conduct missing person searches, to identify
witnesses and to assist in other criminal investigative
matters. In addition, the Rope Rescue Team provides
skilled and professional rope work for out-ofcity
missions.
Marine Unit
The Marine Unit provides marine patrols, boat safety
checks and education, assists disabled boaters and
swimmers and enforces boating laws. All of its members
are trained and commissioned annually so they
can enforce boating laws by the Tennessee Wildlife
Resource Agency. The Unit patrolled the waterways
during Memorial Day, Independence Day and Labor
Day (Boomsday) holidays. In addition, the Unit patrolled
the Volunteer Landing and the Volunteer Marina
during seven University of Tennessee home football
games and participated in several demonstrations.
The Marine Unit regularly assisted TWRA during special
events such as National Dry Water Day and the
Pro Wakeboard Tour. During 2010, the Marine Unit
answered calls for service including boat theft investigations,
suicidal jumpers, public drunkenness, disorderly
conduct, disabled boaters, and body recoveries.
The Unit has two boats that were donated by Sea Ray
Boats of Knoxville. Alcoa Good Times donates two
Yamaha Wave Runners on an annual basis.
During 2010, the SAR team was
activated for 19 search and
recoveries.
In 2010, the Honor Guard participated
in 15 events, three funeral details, one
Memorial service and 10 community
ceremonies.
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CRIMINAL INVESTIGATION DIVISION
Property Crimes Unit
The Property Crimes Unit consists of Burglary and Larceny
Detail, Auto Theft Detail, Forgery and Fraud Detail, Pawn
Shop Detail, and the Metal Theft Detail. In 2010, the Unit
reviewed 15,992 cases and assigned 4,858 to Investigators.
The Investigators work closely with the surrounding counties
on crimes that have similar methods of operation.
Investigative Division Civilian Personnel
Office Assistant II 6
Electronic Evidence Collection Specialist 3
Evidence Technician 3
Evidence Technician, Sr. 3
Victim Services Counselor 2
Accounting Clerk, Sr. 1
Administrative Assistant I 1
Domestic Violence Prog. Coord. 1
Domestic Violence Prog. Mgr. 1
Family Justice Center Program Mgr. 1
Firearms Examiner 1
Office Assistant I 1
Principal Secretary 1
Special Police Officer 1
Metal Theft Unit
The Metal Theft Detail is responsible for the investigation
of scrap and precious metals thefts.
2010 Metal Theft Unit:
• 102 reported metal thefts within the City of Knoxville.
This number represents a 100% increase in
reported thefts over 2009
• 14 arrests related to metal theft crimes
Mission Statement: Pursuit of Excellence in
Interaction of the Police With The Community
We are committed to a police-community partnership in providing the delivery
of police services. We shall accept a leadership role in increasing
community understanding of our abilities and limitations. Proactive policing
and crime prevention shall be our primary focus.
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Forgery and Fraud Detail
The Forgery and Fraud Detail is responsible for investigating
scams, forgeries, embezzlements, fraudulent use of credit
cards, and internet-related cases. In 2010, the Detail was assigned
721 cases for follow-up, resulting in 271 arrests. The
Detail is a member of the East Tennessee US Attorney General’s
Identity Task Force and the Knoxville Bankers Group.
Auto Theft Detail
The Auto Theft Detail is responsible for investigating all
theft cases of vehicles, including heavy equipment, airplanes,
boats, and cargo thefts. The Detail also is involved with the
investigation of auto parts, improper VIN’s and monitors all
facets of the city impound. The Detail is responsible for
checking any vehicle placed on hold at the impound lot, and
checking all documentation of a vehicle prior to the vehicle
being sold at the monthly impound auction. In 2010, the Detail
was assigned 574 cases for follow-up investigation, resulting
in 164 arrests.
Burglary and Larceny Detail
The Burglary and Larceny Detail is responsible for reviewing
and investigating all business and residential burglaries,
thefts of property from yards, stores, buildings, and any other
crime involving property crimes. In 2010, the Detail made
467 arrests for a variety of offenses and recovered many stolen
items that were returned to the victims.
Violent Crimes Unit
The Violent Crimes Unit investigates all reported homicides,
assaults, rapes and robberies. The unit also provides the public
with a walk-in warrant service. The walk-in warrants investigator
reviews cases for possible prosecution, thus assisting
victims in obtaining warrants and coordinating with the
Attorney General’s office. In 2010, the walk-in warrants investigator
have a 73% clearance rate. The Violent Crimes
Unit also has a Sex Offender Investigator assigned to the unit.
The Sex Offender Investigator is responsible for registering
new sex offenders that move into the City of Knoxville. The
investigator works with the U.S. Marshals and Probation and
Parole conducting routine checks on sex offenders to verify
they are compliant. If a sex offender is found in noncompliance
then the investigator will have a warrant issued
through the Attorney General’s office.
Violent Crimes Highlights:
• Investigated 17 homicides resulting in
12 being cleared through arrest or
exceptional means, 2 cases closed
justified by the DA's office, and 3
cases remain open
• The unit investigated approximately
1,947 cases in 2010 achieving a clearance
rate of 73%.
• Walk-in investigator was assigned
1,014 cases, closing 44 cases by arrest
and placed 115 warrants on file
• The sex offender investigator has registered
204 sex offenders and has issued
45 warrants for non-compliance
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Pawn Shop Detail
The Pawn Shop Detail is responsible for working with all pawn
shops and second hand stores within the city limits. The Detail
conducts inspections of pawn shops and second hand stores to
make sure they stay in compliance with city ordinances and state
laws. The Detail also works with surrounding agencies to ensure
prosecution and recovery of victim’s property that may
have been sold outside the city limits.
Family Crimes Unit
The Family Crimes Unit cases focus on child abuse, domestic
violence, elder abuse and missing persons. Child abuse cases
involve sexual abuse, physical abuse and neglect. Domestic
violence crimes concern incidents in which abuse occurs among
roommates, dating couples or family members, including crimes
involving elders. The unit also investigates all missing persons
cases, whether it involves a juvenile runaway or an adult.
Pawn Shop Highlights
• Assigned 423 cases for follow-up
investigation
• Implemented Leads-On-Line, a tracking
system for items sold to pawn shops and
second hand stores in September 2010
• Leads-On-Line has lead to the recovery of
$58,956 worth of property and resulted in
89 arrests
Forensic Unit
The Forensic Unit is comprised of five special details:
Crime Scene Processing, Fingerprint Identification, Firearms
Identification, Photo Lab, and Polygraph. Through
these specialties, the Unit provides services from bullet
comparisons to crime scene reconstruction. The unit
hosts presentations to area citizens groups, scouts and
school groups. The Forensic Unit responded to over
5,055 calls for service in 2010, ranging from simple vandalism
to homicide.
• In 2010, the Family Crimes Unit handled 7,570
cases: 5,662 domestic violence reports and 1,808
juvenile incidents
• This unit, along with the efforts of the Patrol
Division, cleared 1,185 domestic incidents
• The six investigators assigned to this unit made a
total of 326 arrests and followed up on 1,501
assigned cases
• Five YWCA advocates and two KPD counselors
provided personal assistance to 1,917 victims
• The Family Crimes Unit sent out 2,244 information
packets to domestic violence victims that included
information regarding the warning signs of abusive
behavior, safety planning and resources available
through the Knoxville Family Justice Center
Crime Scene Detail
The Crime Scene Detail provides indepth
field crime scene processing and
forensic services that include latent
fingerprint collection, blood spatter
documentation, firearms reconstruction,
impression casting of footprints and
tool marks and the collection processing
and preservation of evidence collected
at crime scenes. Crime scenes
may also be documented with photography,
videotaping, field sketches and
laser data plotting of crime scenes with
the use of the Delta Sphere or Total
Station instruments. The services provided
by this detail support the officer,
investigator and court prosecutors during
prosecution.
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Photography Detail
The Photography Detail develops and processes photographs
for all City of Knoxville governmental departments.
These services include creating enlargements for
court presentations, converting photographs to slides, and
photographic services at special events throughout the
City. In 2010, over 14,000 photographs were processed.
Firearms Detail
The Firearms Detail is participating in the Bureau of Alcohol,
Tobacco, and Firearm’s (ATF) National Integrated
Ballistic Information Network (NIBIN) program. The Detail
is responsible for imaging firearm evidence collected,
and searching and comparing the evidence against a national
database. Positive database search results are then
confirmed with the use of a comparison microscope. In
2010, over 966 microscopic comparisons were performed
resulting in 100 positive matches.
Organized Crime Highlights
● Built 725 cases against drug/gang
violators
● Manages the Asset Forfeiture Program,
which is an important tool
in the fight against drug crimes
Fingerprint Detail
The Fingerprint Detail uses the nationwide-computerized
Automated Fingerprint Identification System (AFIS) to
assist officers and investigators
in matching
fingerprints to unidentified
suspects and victims.
The detail
searches for evidence
left behind by suspects
at every crime scene.
Collected latent prints
are then hand entered
into AFIS. The Detail is
responsible for matching
the latent print to
the identified suspect.
This Detail is routinely called upon to help identify victims
and suspects in homicides and burglaries by other
agencies throughout East Tennessee.
2010 Fingerprint Detail Highlights:
• Over 877 searches conducted
• 180 AFIS identifications made
• 110 Non-AFIS identifications made
• 290 individuals identified
Organized Crime Unit
The Organized Crime Unit is comprised of the Narcotics
Detail, Federal Task Forces, and the Firearms Investigative
Team. This Unit of the Criminal Investigation Division
is responsible for enforcement of laws pertaining to
organized criminal activities. The Organized Crime Unit
employs covert tactics and limited electronic surveillance
activities to accomplish its goals. This section works
closely with federal agencies as well as other local agencies.
The use of federal sentencing guidelines in appropriate
cases has allowed the Unit to remove some of our
worst violators through lengthy sentences that are not eligible
for parole.
Organized Crime Unit Partners :
United States Marshals Service
Smokey Mountain Fugitive Task Force
Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)
Safe Streets Task Force
FBI Joint Terrorism Task Force
Drug Enforcement Administration
(DEA)
High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area
(HIDTA) Task Force.
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Narcotics Detail
The Narcotics Detail is charged with identification, detection,
and suppression of drug operations and their users. The
unit focuses its attention on all drug abusers from the major
distributor of illicit drugs to the street drug dealer. Personnel
assigned to this unit also process all KPD seizures for revoked
driver’s license due to driving while intoxicated
(Category II) and drug violations (Category I).
Firearms Investigative Team
The Firearms Investigative Team (F.I.T.) is the result of a
joint partnership between the Knoxville Police Department
and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms. The
function of the F.I.T. team is to reduce violent crimes
through the prosecution of violent career offenders and the
drug dealers in possession of firearms. The team has had
continued involvement with the Knox County District Attorney’s
Office in the prosecution of cases not accepted by the
United States Attorney’s Office on state felony charges.
Their assistance in cases that have been accepted for federal
prosecution has greatly strengthened the goals of this program
to reduce violent firearms related crimes.
ICAC
The Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Unit,
is dedicated to investigating electronically facilitated
crimes against children. ICAC strives to make our community
safer by combating the exploitation of children
by investigating and prosecuting predators who harm
and victimize our children. KPD’s ICAC Unit is the
lead agency in the Tennessee ICAC Task Force and
through these partnerships with affiliate agencies across
the state the task force pursues criminals who harm children.
As the lead agency in the task force, KPD’s ICAC
Unit and the state task force are funded through grants
received from the Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency
Prevention (OJJDP) and the State of Tennessee.
The ICAC unit also partners with Federal Agencies, the
United States Attorney General’s Office, and the Knox
Co. District Attorney’s Office to better serve the community.
ICAC HIGHLIGHTS IN 2010
• Investigated cases resulting in 26 arrests
• Conducted 190 forensic computer exams
• Trained over 1300 individuals including other
ICAC units, police officers, prosecutors, judges
and the community
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SUPPORT SERVICES DIVISION
Records Unit
The Records Unit of the Knoxville Police Department is
responsible for storage, maintenance, retrieval and security
of all Offense Reports, DUI and Arrest Reports, Accident
Reports, Traffic Reconstruction Files, Criminal
History Records, and Criminal Investigative files. Located
within the Records Unit, the NCIC Unit handles all
NCIC (National Crime Information Center) entries and
inquires.
Support Services Civilian Personnel
NCIC Operator 11
Records Specialist 4
Training Specialist 4
Audio/Video Technician-Sr. 2
Records Specialist-Sr. 2
Information Processing Spec. 1
Office Assistant I 1
Office Assistant II 1
Photographic Records Tech. 1
Principal Secretary 1
Safety City Coordinator 1
Technology Unit Supervisor 1
Telephone Operator 1
Records 2010 Highlights
• Processed 16,168 transactions resulting in revenues of
$122,805
• Completed 3,115 Expungements
• Received 2,105 requests from KPD officers and the
Public Defender’s Office for reports
• Entered 2,706 Field Interview Cards, 9,433 Arrest
Reports, and 7,893 Misdemeanor Citations, 3,722
Tow-in Reports
• Handled 200,917 requests from officers
• Processed 1,990 Orders of Protection, 1,907 Exparte
Orders, 1,498 Criminal Histories, and 1,159 Criminal
Histories for KCDC
• 514 Missing Persons entered with 573 Found Missing
Persons
• 101 City Court Warrants were entered and 63 City
Court Warrants served
Mission Statement: Pursuit of Excellence in
Utilization of Human Resources
The Knoxville Police Department is committed to constantly analyzing,
evaluating and utilizing all available resources. We are committed to
programs that will enhance the role of both employee and management
while working for the betterment of the community.
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Training Academy
The Training Academy is responsible for providing basic recruit training to all new officers, in-service training
to current officers each year, and provides specialized training as needed. The Training Academy keeps officers
current on new trends in professional policing and is responsible for providing training for the civilian employees
of the Department, which includes training for police cadets.
In addition to the main training facility at Moses
Bubel’s Laws
1. Go home alive at the end of every shift.
2. Nothing is more important than your partner.
3. If you look like food, you will be eaten.
Officer Van James Bubel
Center in Knoxville’s Mechanicsville Community,
the Police Department also has a modern facility,
the Phil E. Keith Training Center, located on
the east side of the city.
The Knoxville Police Department, who has partnered
with Partners for Highway Safety, provided
“Collision Avoidance Training” (CAT) for
newly licensed drivers between the ages of 16-18. C.A.T. is a two-day, advanced defensive driving and vehicle
control program. All classes are conducted under the direct supervision of Knoxville police officers who
are certified high liability driving instructors.
Students receive much of the same behind-the-wheel training as police officers. In 2010, 36 participants
successfully completed the program.
Highlights of the
Phil E. Keith Training Center :
• State of the art firearms center including
two 50-yard, 30 point pistol
ranges, one 100-yard, 20 point rifle
range with a rappelling and sniper
tower
• Electronic targeting systems controlled
from the range tower and
the range deck.
• Two 45-person classrooms
• A computerized use of force simulator
• Driving track with a sophisticated
skid pad, large skills area, and city
response course
• Roadway to simulate highway and
interstate driving encircles the track
• Lighting for nighttime use and has
a central control point housed
within the four-story control center.
• Simulators used by aircraft pilots
• Computerized driving simulator is
used to advance police driving
skills
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Chaplains Corp
Steve Broach
Kenneth
Brown
Gary
Chambers
Sherril Coker
David
Collins
Chuck
Copeland
Robert
Cowles
Jerry Cox
Richard
Everett
David
Green
Douglas Hair Tim Hopkins Gerald King Jim Kitts Alexander
Lamkin
James
Lawson
Chaplain Corps 2010 Highlights
● Worked 8,760 on-call hours
Annita Lovin
Joyce
Martin
● Responded to 207 calls
● Participated in 150 ride-alongs
Susan
McMillen
Michael
Patty
● Responded to 94 death calls
● Made 68 hospital visits
Wayne Peace
Kevin Perry
Matthew
Nance
Glenn
Sullivan
Jim
Waddell
Jeff Wood
Cliff Rogers
Marc Sassers
Pam Neal
Michael
Sawyer
Michael
Undergraff
Geoffrey
Prows
Fred Miller
Joshua
Moore
Daniel Smith
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Safety Education Unit
Property
The Safety Education Unit provides education to
the public at large as well as the business community.
The Safety Education Unit encompasses
Safety City, the LifeSkills Training® program, Volunteers
in Police Service (V.I.P.S.), a Boys & Girls
Club Liaison officer, and an array of crime prevention
programs including Neighborhood Watch.
Boys and Girls Club
The Boys & Girls Club Liaison Officer is a
sworn police officer assigned to work with the
Boys & Girls Clubs of the Tennessee Valley.
2010 Boys and Girls Club
Liaison Highlights
• Organized a Leaders Only Club
(L.O.C.) for children ages 6-12
years old
• Worked with first-time offenders at
the Richard L. Bean Juvenile Services
Center through the B&GC
Delinquency Prevention Program
• Coordinated a Boys and Girls Club
Traveling Basketball Team, working
with two separate age groups: 11-
13 years of age and 14 and older
• Participated in Son Rise Program, a
program which encourages fathers,
brothers, uncles, or grandfathers to
spend time with young males in
their lives to build a better relationship.
In 2010 Son Rise Programs
were held at Christenberry Elementary,
Whittle Springs Middle, Northwest
Middle School, Austin-East
High, and Fulton High Schools.
Property Unit Accomplishments
• Received 10,762 items and we were
able to dispose of 9,129 items
• Received 718 weapons and 3,291
drug cases
• Unwanted Medicine Program was
recognized by the 2010 Tennessee
Governors Award for excellence in
solid waste reduction
• New energy-efficient lighting system
was installed in Property Area
• State Street Storage unit was cleaned,
organized, and inventoried
Volunteers in Police Service
The Volunteers in Police Services (VIPS) supplements
and assists units within the department in achieving their
respective goals as well as in the delivery of services to
the community. Volunteers assist in areas such as the
Family Justice Center, Organized Crime Unit, Training
Unit, Citizens Police Academy, Crime Analysis Unit,
Safety Education Unit, Safety City, Violent Crime Unit,
Forensics, Property Unit and many other departmental
and community activities. In 2010, citizen volunteers
donated 2,651 total hours.
Fleet Services
Fleet Services is responsible for the oversight and deployment
of the police department's fleet of vehicles.
There are 582 vehicles assigned which include 363
marked patrol cars and 88 unmarked cars. In 2010, the
city purchased 117 new Ford Crown Victoria's that are
being put into service as patrol cars and 13 unmarked
Ford Fusions.
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Neighborhood Watch
Neighborhood Watch Groups encourage people to
take ownership of their neighborhoods and empower
them to reduce crime through partnerships with their
neighbors and police. The program continues to
grow and see new interest each year.
In 2010, the Department
conducted 46 Neighborhood
Watch Meetings with 3,977
citizens in attendance!
Residential and Business
Residential and Business Surveys are provided to
local businesses, churches, civic organizations and
homeowners upon request. The Unit conducted 23
business or commercial security surveys with nearly
90 citizen interactions concerning Crime Prevention
Through Environmental Design (CPTED) in 2010.
Personal Safety Programs
Personal Safety Programs stress safety awareness
and harm prevention to both men and women using
common sense measures to survive potentially dangerous
situations. During 2010, the Safety Education
Unit conducted 36 programs to groups with 947 citizens
in attendance.
Child Safety Programs
Child Safety Programs are presented by uniformed
police officers to children and youth ranging in age
groups from pre-school to middle school. Topics
include preventing victimization, gun safety, alcohol/tobacco/other
drug awareness, community helpers,
and how to use the E-911 emergency system.
During 2010, the Safety Education Unit presented
14 such programs that were attended by 1695 children
and youth.
Senior Citizens Program
Senior Citizen Programs are designed to inform senior
citizens of criminal activity that directly affects
them. Programs include information about common
scams and frauds that target seniors, as well as personal
safety information. In 2010, the Safety Education
Unit presented 16 programs to 277 participants
from church groups and civic organizations.
Finger Print Program
The Fingerprint Program is provided at area safety
fairs, day care centers, and special events such as the
Shoney’s Kid Care ID program. In 2010, the Safety
Education Unit conducted 4 programs where 2,100
children were fingerprinted.
Fatal Vision Project
The Fatal Vision Project is an interactive program
demonstrating the effects of alcohol. The program
uses specially made goggles that simulate three different
levels of intoxication. Participants wear the
goggles for a “clearer” understanding of alcohol’s
impairing effects in a variety of situations. The goggles
are utilized in classrooms, Youth Council meetings,
corporate safety programs, and in DUI awareness
efforts. These goggles are also utilized in the
Tennessee Alcohol Servers Knowledge (TASK)
classes as a demonstration of impairment with sellers
and servers of alcohol.
Occupant Protection Programs
The Safety Education Unit provides several Occupant
Protection Programs to the public. Currently,
the Knoxville Police Department has thirteen employees
who have completed the 32-hour Child Passenger
Safety Technician Standardized Training, and
are certified car seat technicians. The Department
conducts a child safety seat checkpoints twice per
quarter. During 2010, technicians inspected 219
seats. Technicians also conducted pre-natal classes
and programs at various locations, providing child
safety seat information to new parents.
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Safety City
Safety City is a community service project formed to educate second grade students in pedestrian, bicycle,
passenger and fire safety, and the correct use of E-911. While Safety City is a component of the Knoxville Police
Department, it welcomes participation and sponsorship by the entire community, including government, private
businesses and industry, and civic organizations. Safety City is open Monday – Friday from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
The facility continues to have nearly 15,000 visitors as a part of local school field trips and special events each
year. A total of 6,503 students in 321 classes attended our second grade educational program. These totals represent
a 10% increase over 2009 visitors. During the summer, Safety City dedicates defined hours for families to
use as a park-like resource. For about 6 weeks, families may bring their bikes and battery-powered vehicles, or
just walk around the 11-acre site. During the summer months of 2010, the facility saw 924 hours of public use. In
addition, during the summer months a modified educational program is conducted for groups from local
churches, day cares, scout troops, etc.
Safety Fairs
Safety Fairs were offered to teach participants the
safety skills needed to safely ride bikes in their communities.
Each spring and autumn Safety City hosts
two special events for area children teaching them
about bicycle safety. The events are designed for
students in grades 1-5. Bicycles are inspected for
safe function and helmets are evaluated for proper fit
during the safety fairs. The participants receive
classroom instruction and then practice what they
learned at various skills stations throughout the
miniature city. In 2010, about 550 participants attended
Safety Fairs sponsored by the Department.
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Halloween in the City
Halloween in
the City provides
children
with a safe, family
friendly atmosphere
for
trick-or-treating.
After years of
holding the event
at Safety City,
the KPD sought
a larger location
due to the overwhelming
attendance
numbers that were experienced previously. In
2010, the event was held on the Mary Costa Plaza
adjacent to the Coliseum. Along with a more open
venue, attendees got all of the usual attractions,
candy, and festivities included in the event over past
years as well as safer access and more parking.
Shoney’s Kid Care Program
The Shoney’s Kid Care Program allows Safety
City to participate with other organizations to promote
traffic safety to school age children and their
families. During these events, officers fingerprint
children for parents to keep on file in case of an
emergency. The events were held at area shopping
malls where access was convenient to the public.
• Over 2,100 children were
fingerprinted at 3 different
Shoney’s Kid Care Programs
• There were an estimated
7,000 attendees at the 2010
Halloween in the City
School Resource Officers
The KPD School Resource Officer Program is
designed to put a police officer in the school setting.
The presence of the School Resource Officer (SRO)
on campus provides for a faster police response to
incidents requiring police involvement, such as
emergencies, criminal investigations and, when necessary,
arrests.
Incidents on
School Campus
Change
from 2009
to 2010
General Disturbances Down 34%
Fights Down 20%
Drugs Down 25%
Weapons Down 66%
Reports of Crime
(Theft, Assault, etc)
Truancy
Down 28%
No Change
SROs also provide students, faculty and staff the
opportunity to meet and interact with a police officer
in a non-confrontational setting. This program provides
the opportunity for the officer to serve as a role
model as well as a resource and a mentor to students
who have questions or needs that the officer can assist
with.
Youth Internship Program
The Youth Internship Program has been established
with the main goal of enhancing student understanding
of the “real” work environment of a
criminal justice agency and community/public service.
There are many complexities, nuances, and
subtleties to the work of criminal justice professionals.
This Internship enables students to understand
what it is like to work in the criminal justice or public
service field. The current internship program has
included students from the Hardin Valley Academy,
with plans to expand the current program to include
several other high schools in the Knoxville area next
year.
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P.O. Box 3610—Knoxville, TN 37927—(865) 215-7000
www.cityofknoxville.org/kpd
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