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We are proud to partner with Clinton City schools, Anderson County schools, and the Anderson County Sheriff's Office to be a part of the L.E.A.D. (Law Enforcement Against Drugs) program! L.E.A.D. is an educational program taught in schools that utilizes evidence based anti-drug and violence curriculum. It develops a framework of social and emotional skills that promote positive, pro social attitudes and behavior. The program fosters resistance to substance abuse and conflicts by providing real life scenarios to resist peer pressure and negative influences. Officer Kristopher Miville is the L.E.A.D. officer for Clinton City Schools. He brings genuine care, integrity, and a strong belief in our youth. His efforts are instrumental in building trust and promoting a safe, healthy future for our community. Officer Miville is pictured with his most recent graduates from the program. Lieutenant Scott Gregory attended the L.E.A.D. camp with CPD's crime scene response vehicle. He demonstrated several crime scene processing techniques for students. Sergeant Matthew Howell also attended L.E.A.D. camp with his K9 partner "Tonto". He demonstrated Tonto's abilities to students and even let them get a hug from Tonto afterwards. Partnerships such as this is what makes our community strong, safe, and the best place to live and work in East TN! #ServiceBeforeSelf

MEMORIAL DAY We honor the brave men and women who serve and have served with the United States Armed Forces. Thank you!

VAPING SALES COMPLIANCE CHECK Clinton Police Department Conducts Compliance Checks; Citations Issued for Illegal Tobacco and Vaping Sales to Underage Individuals Clinton, TN – May 16, 2025 In response to multiple community complaints regarding the illegal sale of tobacco and vaping products to individuals under the legal age, the Clinton Police Department, in cooperation with the 7th Judicial Crime Task Force, conducted a series of undercover compliance checks at local businesses on May 14, 2025. The operation utilized a 20-year-old undercover individual who appeared under the age of 30, in accordance with T.C.A. 39-17-1504, which prohibits the sale of tobacco and vaping products to persons under 21 and requires age verification for anyone appearing under 30. VIOLATIONS IDENTIFED Incident #1: Tobacco & Vape Location: 1115 N. Charles Seivers Blvd., Suite 8, Clinton, TN 37716 The undercover individual purchased a Blue Razz Ice Geek Bar vaping device for $19.99 without being asked for identification by the clerk completing the sale. The clerks actions violated T.C.A. 39-17-1504. The transaction was captured on video surveillance. Incident #2: Smart Serv Market Location: 779 N. Main Street, Clinton, TN The undercover individual purchased a Sour Apple Ice Geek Bar vaping device for $24.14. No identification was requested by the sales clerk before or after the transaction. The clerk also violated T.C.A. 39-17-1504. The incident was recorded via surveillance video. REPEAT VIOLATION Additionally, the investigation revealed that another clerk at the Tobacco & Vape store, was previously charged on March 22, 2025, with violating T.C.A. 39-17-1504. This marks the second offense at the same location within a two-month span. ENFORCEMENT OUTCOME Both clerks who violated T.C.A. 39-17-1504 have been cited and released for these violations. Five other businesses were also checked during this operation; all five were found to be compliant and refused sales to the undercover subject due to his age. PUBLIC REMINDER The Clinton Police Department remains committed to protecting the health and safety of our youth. Businesses are reminded of their legal responsibility to verify identification and comply with state laws regarding the sale of age-restricted products.

🚛 Waste Collection Reminder – Keep 5 Feet Clear! 🗑️ To ensure safe and efficient service, we kindly ask all residents to place waste collection bins at least 5 feet away from any other objects — including vehicles, mailboxes, fences, utility poles, and other bins. 📏 Why is this important? Placing bins too close to other objects can prevent the truck’s automated arm from safely lifting and emptying the bin. This can result in your bin being skipped for service. ✅ Help us protect: • Your property • Our drivers • The equipment Thank you for doing your part to keep Clinton clean and safe! 🟢 Questions? Contact Waste Connections at 865-482-3656 or www.wasteconnections.com

On 04/28/2025 we received a traffic complaint in reference to speeding vehicles on Eagle Bend Rd. at certain hours of the day. The patrol division immediately addressed the complaint and began to conduct traffic enforcement in that area. On 04/29/2025 Sergeant Matthew Howell observed a vehicle going 51 mph in a 25 mph zone around the 1200 block of Eagle Bend Rd. Sgt. Howell conducted a traffic stop on the vehicle on Eagle Bend Rd. at Franklin Place. While Sgt. Howell was issuing the driver two citations he observed a strong odor of marijuana. Sgt. Howell asked the driver about the odor and the driver stated he had a large bag of marijuana in the vehicle. A search of the vehicle was conducted and a bag of marijuana (approx. 30g), grinder, and marijuana pipe was discovered. A concerned citizen complaint in reference to traffic violations produced a traffic stop where drugs were found. This is the cooperation and enforcement the citizens of Clinton can expect from their police department. It's community oriented policing such as this that make the City of Clinton a great place to live and work! #ServiceBeforeSelf

Tennessee’s beautiful backroads are meant to be shared, not raced on. Speeding caused over 21,000 crashes in Tennessee from 2022-2024. #SlowDownTN Learn more: tntrafficsafety.org/speeding

On Saturday, the Clinton Police Department partnered with Anderson County ASAP during the Paws for a Cause event held at the Carden Farm Dog Park. The community was offered the opportunity to bring in any medication for safe disposal. Visitors were also able to gain information from ASAP staff on concerns related to addiction and available services. We are always happy to join other resource agencies in our community for the goal of providing ultimate service.

The City of Clinton is proud to announce the promotion of Jim Campbell to Chief of Police! Chief Campbell brings over three decades of dedicated service to law enforcement, marked by integrity, leadership, and an unwavering commitment to his community. He began his career in 1993 and joined the Clinton Police Department in 2003, where his dedication and leadership quickly stood out. In 2019, he was appointed Assistant Chief, and in November 2024, he stepped up as Interim Chief during a time of transition. Now officially serving as Chief of Police, Chief Campbell is recognized not only for his deep knowledge and capable leadership but also for the selfless way he serves his department and the City of Clinton. He leads with heart, humility, and a steadfast belief in community-first policing. Chief Campbell looks forward to serving the citizens of Clinton as we continue to grow together as a community. #ServiceBeforeSelf

A first responder’s “office” changes all the time. Keep their workspace safe, especially when it’s on the side of the road. Always #MoveOver when you see flashing lights. More: tntrafficsafety.org/move-over

Distractions come in many forms, but none are worth risking lives on the road. Be part of the solution by driving hands-free and setting a positive example for others. Learn more: handsfreetn.com #HandsFreeTN #DistractedDrivingAwarenessMonth

FRAUD SCAM ALERT!! Please be aware of a fraudulent email scam being sent out to Clinton area businesses. The email is from the City of Clinton Planning Commission and states action is immediately needed regarding an application for City of Clinton Board Review on a site permit. The email is requesting a payment to settle the invoice. Do not make any type of payment on this request. If you receive a similar email, please contact Clinton City Hall at 865-457-0424 for verification.

Remember: Hands free devices STAY hands free, for the entire drive. Before you start the car, activate your phone’s “Do Not Disturb” mode to silence distracting notifications. If you have a front seat passenger, let them handle the music and navigation, otherwise pull over if phone use becomes necessary. Learn more: tntrafficsafety.org/distracted-driving #HandsFreeTN #DistractedDrivingAwarenessMonth

On April 04, 2025 Officer Gideon Cobb was dispatched to 2254 N. Charles Seivers Blvd. (Git-N-Go) for a domestic disturbance. While responding to the scene dispatch gave the description of a female involved, which matched that of a female on an earlier suspicious activity call of a female passed out in a vehicle with a needle in her arm. That female had left that location prior to officers arriving. Upon arriving at Git-N-Go Officer Cobb made contact with Demi Robison who appeared to be intoxicated. Officer Cobb requested the assistance of a K9 unit from Anderson County Sheriff's Office to conduct a sniff of the vehicle Robison was riding in. An alert for narcotics was shown and a search of the passenger side of the vehicle revealed 3.7 grams of heroin, 0.8 grams of fentanyl, 11 fentanyl pills, 1 methamphetamine pipe, 2 marijuana pipes, and 19 needles. Robison stated all of the items found belonged to her and that she had recently injected morphine and heroin in the restroom of Hardees. A check of Robison through NCIC confirmed she had a warrant for a narcotics violation out of Indiana, where she is also on probation for narcotics use. Robison was placed under arrest for the warrant and charged with multiple violations involving the narcotics. Good work Officer Cobb in your continued efforts to protect and serve the citizens of Clinton! A special thanks to Anderson County Sheriff's Office K9 corps for the assist! #ServiceBeforeSelf

NOW HIRING: Join the City of Clinton Police Department Team! The City of Clinton Police Department is looking for dedicated and passionate individuals to fill several key positions. We offer competitive benefits to ensure our employees are well taken care of, including: 100% Health Insurance Coverage (no deductions for employee) for single & family plans (Health, Dental, Vision, Teledoc, & Life Insurance—4x your annual salary!) Longevity Bonus & Safety Bonus 13 Paid Holidays in addition to your base salary Bi-Weekly Accrual of vacation and sick hours If you're ready to serve your community and make a difference, we want to hear from you! Apply today and become part of a dedicated team that takes pride in making the City of Clinton a better place to live, work, and play! For more information on how to apply, visit our website https://www.clintontn.net/jobs

Distracted driving crashes in Tennessee dropped significantly last year, from 20,781 crashes in 2023 down to 12,150 crashes in 2024. This is a huge step towards zero! Stay informed and help us continue to keep Tennessee safe by paying attention to the road. Read more: tntrafficsafety.org/distracted-driving #HandsFreeTN #DistractedDrivingAwarenessMonth

On 03/23/2025 Officer Jessica Daugherty was patrolling the area of 1115 N. Charles Seivers Blvd. when she observed two juvenile males enter the Vape Kratom Delta 8 store. Officer Daugherty noted that several complaints regarding the business selling tobacco and vape products to juveniles had been reported to the police department recently. Officer Daugherty then entered the business to investigate and observed two male juveniles at the checkout counter with a vape and two packs of pre-rolled Delta 8 cigarettes. Officer Daugherty observed the clerk scan the items and never ask either juvenile for a valid identification. The juveniles paid for and were given back the items and proceeded to leave the business before Officer Daugherty made contact with them. Officer Daugherty released the juveniles to the care of their guardian. The clerk was asked about the transaction and admitted to not checking the juveniles identification and has also done so several times in the past. The clerk was cited to General Session Court for the violation. The City of Clinton Police Department conducts periodic compliance checks and will not condone the sale of vape, vape products, or tobacco products to minors. As a reminder to our community TCA 39-17-1504 (a) states that it is unlawful for any person to sell or distribute any tobacco, smoking hemp, vapor product, or smokeless nicotine product to another person who has not attained twenty-one (21) years of age or to purchase a tobacco, smoking hemp, vapor product, or smokeless nicotine product on behalf of such person under twenty-one (21) years of age. 39-17-1504 (d) states a person engaged in the sale or distribution of tobacco, smoking hemp, vapor product, or smokeless nicotine product shall demand proof of age from a prospective purchaser or recipient if an ordinary person would conclude on the basis of appearance that the prospective purchaser or recipient may be under thirty (30) years of age. In the case of distribution by mail, the distributor of tobacco, smoking hemp, vapor product, or smokeless nicotine product shall obtain from the addressee an affirmative statement that the person is twenty-one (21) years of age or older, and shall inform the recipient that the person is strictly prohibited from distributing any tobacco, smoking hemp, vapor product, or smokeless nicotine product, as defined by this part, to any person under twenty-one (21) years of age. #ServiceBeforeSelf

Winter weather can leave your vehicle’s tires in rough shape, which reduces performance and safety. It’s easy to take tires for granted since we don’t think about them all the time, but it’s true that having good tires on your vehicle leads to better performance, handling, and safety. #TireSafety Read more from NHTSA: nhtsa.gov/equipment/tires

NOW HIRING: Join the City of Clinton Team! The City of Clinton Police Department is looking to hire Police Officers. We offer competitive benefits to ensure our employees are well taken care of, including: 100% Health Insurance Coverage (no deductions for employee) for single & family plans (Health, Dental, Vision, Teledoc, & Life Insurance—4x your annual salary!) Longevity Bonus & Safety Bonus 13 Paid Holidays in addition to your base salary Bi-Weekly Accrual of vacation and sick hours If you're ready to serve your community and make a difference, we want to hear from you! Apply today and become part of a dedicated team that takes pride in making the City of Clinton a better place to live, work, and play! For more information on how to apply, visit our website https://www.clintontn.net/jobs

We’re all trying to get somewhere, and driving predictably is key to sharing the road! Remember, the turning lane and shoulder are never to be used as passing lanes. #DriveSafeTN