Thanksgiving traffic will be in full force all weekend. Practice patience, pay attention, and use caution while traveling this holiday season.
SCAM ALERT!!
Please be aware of current fraudulent phone call attempts where unknown persons are portraying themselves as Clinton Police Officers and advising that there is an outstanding warrant (or bench warrant) for your arrest. Scam callers are directing persons they call to send money to satisfy a fee/cost for dismissal of the arrest warrant.
The Clinton Police Department and most other law enforcement agencies will not call you with this type of request. If you are concerned that someone is attempting to scam you in this manner, please call the Clinton Police Department at 865-457-3112 to verify the authenticity of the request.
Help keep pedestrians safe on #BlackFriday — if you’re driving between stores, SLOW DOWN!
Learn more: tntrafficsafety.org/bike-ped
The city of Clinton Police and Fire would like to say thank you to Second Baptist Church of Clinton for providing turkey dinners to our first responders on the job today. Your thoughtful consideration, like so many others in our community, makes it a pleasure to serve.
Happy Thanksgiving!
Let’s make this a holiday to be thankful for. Here’s to buckling up and enjoying many Thanksgivings to come. #BuckleUp. Every trip. Every time.
Learn more: tntrafficsafety.org/seat-belts
Thanksgiving is a time for gratitude and family. Let’s make sure our loved ones arrive safely by
buckling up for every ride, no matter the distance. #BuckleUpEveryTripEveryTime
DRUG ARREST
This evening Clinton Police Sergeant Matt Howell responded to the Walmart at 150 Tanner Ln. on the report of a suspicious male in the business parking lot acting erratic. Sgt. Howell arrived to the business moments later and found the subject, identified as a Ricky Aslinger, slumped over in a vehicle. Sgt. Howell, who was also assisted by CPD Officer Wyatt Terry, was able get Mr. Aslinger conscious and speak with him. The officers determined him to be under the influence of some unknown substance. Mr Aslinger was detained for his safety and for further investigation of the situation. Sgt. Howell deployed his K9 partner Tonto on a search of the vehicle and received an indication from the K9. A subsequent search by the officers of the vehicle produced over four grams of methamphetamine in two separate packages as well as drug paraphernalia. Mr. Aslinger was placed under arrest and transported to the Anderson County Detention Facility with charges of public intoxication, possession of a schedule II narcotic for resale (x2), and possession of drug paraphernalia.
Thanksgiving is better with friends! Buckle Up and be there for every laugh, story, and memory shared. #BuckleUpTN
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Not wearing your seat belt on the way to your Thanksgiving plans could cost you a ticket—or your
life. Buckle up for safe celebrations. #ClickItDontRiskIt
At approximately 3:40 a.m. this morning, Clinton fire and police responded to an E911 call of a residential structure fire in the 1100 block of McAdoo Street. First responders located a male of the residence outside the structure with non-life threatening injuries, who refused all medical treatment . An unresponsive middle aged female victim was located in the residence immediately afterward and was determined to be deceased. The fire was extinguished by the Clinton Fire Department and then turned over to the Clinton Police Department Criminal Investigations Unit for investigation. Investigators of the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation and Tennessee Medical Examiners Office responded as well to assist with the scene. The incident is pending further investigation.
Who are you thankful for? Remind them to buckle up, all year round.
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On 11/06/2024 Officer Gideon Cobb responded to a motor vehicle accident in the 300 block of S. Charles Seivers Blvd. Once on-scene he made contact with one of the drivers, Joseph Boshears. Officer Cobb noticed Boshears slurring his words and appearing to be intoxicated. Suspecting that Boshears was under the influence of an illegal substance, Officer Cobb called for Officer Michael Wilson and K9 Sergeant Matthew Howell to assist him in the investigation. Officer Wilson, who holds a specialty certification in DUI investigations, conducted field sobriety tests on Boshears while Sergeant Howell deployed his K9 partner Tonto to conduct a sniff of the vehicle. A search of the vehicle revealed a clear plastic baggie in the center console with a white powder substance believed to be Fentanyl inside of it. The baggie contained 2.75 grams of the substance. This amount would have been lethal to many people. Boshears admitted to taking Fentanyl before the accident. Officer Cobb then placed Boshears under arrest and charged him with Possession of a Schedule II Controlled Substance and Driving Under the Influence.
These officers are to be commended for their tenacity in investigating a motor vehicle accident that ultimately led to removing more extremely dangerous drugs from our community!
#ServiceBeforeSelf
The holiday shopping season is well on its way, which means people will be out-and-about more frequently.
While you are driving, remember some key points about pedestrian safety.
Learn more: tntrafficsafety.org/bike-ped
Want to steer clear of a costly and inconvenient ticket? It’s as easy as buckling up on your way to
Thanksgiving dinner. #ClickItorTicket
Laughter is best shared around the table. Buckle Up to help you arrive safely to the ones who make the holiday special. #BuckleUpTN
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Your Thanksgiving turkey awaits, but first, buckle up for a safe journey to the feast so you can
enjoy the delicious treats. #BuckleUpEveryTripEveryTime
Safety will bring you home this Thanksgiving. Buckle Up to get you to the moments that matter most. #BuckleUpTN
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No excuses — every seat, every trip, every time. #BuckleUpTennessee
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Planning an awesome Friendsgiving potluck? Here are some quick tips to ensure every guest gets home safe and sound:
🚗 Designate a sober driver
🍗 Provide plenty of food & non-alcoholic drink options
🚕 Coordinate taxi or rideshare services
💤 Be prepared to provide sleeping accommodations
Learn more: tntrafficsafety.org/drunk-driving
On 11/17/2024 Officer Jessica Daugherty and Officer Emma Fantham (police trainee) were on patrol in the area of 2300 N. Charles Seivers Blvd. when they observed a vehicle with an expired registration. A traffic stop was initiated and contact with driver, John Parris was made. Parris stated he did not have a drivers license nor any proof of ownership for the vehicle he was driving. Parris then gave officers multiple dates of birth in an effort to hide his identity. Officers were able to obtain the correct personal information for Parris and discovered he was wanted out of Okaloosa County, FL for a parole violation. Parris was originally charged with Burglary, Dealing in Stolen Property, and Robbery with a Firearm. Parris also had a passenger with him, Michele Grindstaff, who had an active warrant out of Blount County, TN.
This display of excellent police work resulted in removing a violent felon from the city of Clinton ensuring it's citizens safety. Great job Officer Daugherty and Fantham!
#ServiceBeforeSelf
