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.
Nashville’s Interim Police Chief Says He’ll Take The Department In A Different Direction
Interim Chief John Drake has laid out a long to-do list he says he’s ready to tackle. But transforming the department won’t be easy.
Nashville Crowd And Intensity Surprised Police. Now They’re Pursuing Suspects With The Public’s Help.
Nashville police leaders say — in hindsight — that they should have had more officers on the street Saturday before violence and vandalism in downtown. “We did not, obviously, anticipate the violence — the magnitude of the violence,” said Chief Steve Anderson.






