Knoxville Police Department

Knoxville Police Department
Abbreviation KPD
Jurisdictional structure
Operations jurisdiction Knoxville, Tennessee, USA
Legal jurisdiction Knoxville, Tennessee
General nature • Local civilian agency
Headquarters

KPD Headquarters 800 Howard Baker Jr. Ave

Knoxville, TN 37915

Officers 384
Elected officer responsible
  • Madeline Rogero, Mayor of Knoxville, Tennessee
Agency executive
Divisions
Facilities
Districts
Website

The Knoxville Police Department is the law enforcement agency of the City of Knoxville, Tennessee, USA.

Organization

Office of the Chief

The Chief of Police is the commanding officer of the Knoxville Police Department. Units within the Office of the Chief include:

  • Internal Affairs
  • Public Information Officer

As of 2018, the Chief of Police is Eve Thomas.

Patrol Division

The Patrol Division contains the majority of the uniformed members of the Department. Units within the Patrol Division include:

  • West District
  • East District
  • Repeat Offender Squad
  • SWAT
  • Honor Guard
  • Crisis Negotiations
  • Cadet Program
  • Explorers Program

Criminal Investigations Division

The Criminal Investigations Division is responsible for all criminal and felony investigations within the department. Units assigned include:

  • Violent Crimes Unit
  • Forensics Units
  • Property Crimes Unit
  • Organized Crimes Unit
  • Special Crimes Unit
  • Internet Crimes Against Children Unit

Management Division

The Management Division oversees all Human Resources, Financial, and Legal aspects of the department. Units assigned include:

  • Accreditation Unit
  • Budget Office
  • Audits & Inspections Unit
  • Personnel Unit
  • Planning and Grants Office
  • Supply Unit
  • Crime Analysis Unit

Support Services Division

The Support Services Division oversees and educational and training aspects of the department, as well as volunteer programs. Units assigned include:

  • Training Unit
  • Records Unit
  • Chaplain Corps
  • Volunteer Services
  • Internship Program

Rank Structure

Title Insignia
Chief of Police
Deputy Chief
Captain
Lieutenant
Sergeant
Police Officer/Detective

See also

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