Law enforcement agents have confirmed that Anthony Warner is believed to have set off a bomb in downtown Nashville on Christmas morning. The blast damaged dozens of buildings and disrupted internet and cell service for hundreds of miles.
Nashville Explosion: FBI Working In Antioch, Sifting Through More Than 500 Leads
The latest information about the Nashville explosion, as of Saturday.
Chief John Drake Is Diversifying Leadership At The Metro Nashville Police Department
Nashville’s new police chief is surrounding himself with a more diverse team than his predecessor. That includes promoting officers and creating a new office to foster relationships with community members. But it will be an ongoing challenge to diversify a department that’s 82% white and 89% male.
John Drake, Longtime Nashville Officer, Will Become Chief Of Metro Police
The Metro Nashville Police Department has a new leader after a months-long, nationwide search that ultimately isn’t venturing far for the selection. Interim Chief John Drake is dropping the word “interim” from his title, Mayor John Cooper announced Monday. Drake has run the department since former Chief Steve Anderson retired in August.
Nashville Police Chief Finalists Show Many Similarities In Public Interviews
All of the candidates said there’s a broken relationship between the community and police.
Here’s What You Need To Know About The Five Finalists For Nashville Police Chief
WPLN News took a deep dive into each finalist’s history, to get a better idea of how they might run MNPD.
Nationwide Police Chief Search Sets New Tone For Nashville’s Department
Nashville is just weeks away from hiring a new police chief, after former Chief Steve Anderson abruptly retired this summer. And the change in leadership comes as the city — and the country — grapple with growing distrust in law enforcement. But it won’t be easy to find a candidate who pleases everyone.
Nashville Police Face Growing List Of Sexual Misconduct, Racial Discrimination Claims
More than 30 current and former employees have now lodged complaints against the Metro Nashville Police Department for allegations ranging from sexual assault to racial discrimination and retaliation.
Nashville’s Interim Police Chief Pledges To Support The Civilian Oversight Board
After months of disputes, the relationship between the Metro Nashville Police Department and the Community Oversight Board is starting to thaw. Interim Police Chief John Drake told board members Wednesday night he wants to be a resource to the agency — not get in the way of its work.
Nashville Police Chief Says Department Takes Full Blame For Wrongful Apartment Raid
The Metro Nashville Police Department has placed three officers on desk duty while it investigates the wrongful raid of a woman’s home early Tuesday morning.
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