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The Clinton Police and Fire Departments joined together to spread some Christmas cheer to 26 deserving kiddos during our first annual "Shop with a Hero" event at the Clinton Walmart. Each child was paired with a police officer or firefighter who personally escorted them around the store as they shopped for Christmas gifts. As public servants, it is such a privilege to have the opportunity to bless these families and participate in sharing the spirit of giving. This terrific event would not be possible without the support of our amazing citizens and businesses in the City of Clinton! Special thanks goes to: Walmart (Clinton), Taylor Plumbing, Powder Cote II, WB Electric, Cannon & Cannon, Scott Laska (SL TN), Fox Toyota, Stephenson Auction & Realty, ACE Hardware, Scott Burton, and several City of Clinton employees who contributed. #ServiceBeforeSelf Picture credits: Katherine Birkbeck Matt Herrell

Does your phone jingle all the way? Share the holiday cheer by turning on “Do Not Disturb” mode while driving. Let sleigh bells guide your way and make it home safely this holiday season. Learn more: tntrafficsafety.org/distracted-driving

Has a City Employee gone above and beyond their duties? Submit them for the Employee of the Quarter. www.clintontn.net/employee

Congratulations to Officer Dustin Campbell for obtaining a Drug Recognition Expert certification! This certification is one of the most challenging in law enforcement to obtain. Officers trained as Drug Recognition Experts (DREs) are frequently called upon to differentiate between drug influence and medical and/or mental disorders and is an extremely valuable tool in combating the adverse impact of drug and alcohol-impaired driving in our communities. DRE School is extremely demanding. To receive certification as a DRE, three phases of training must be completed: Drug Recognition Expert Pre-School (16 hours) Drug Recognition Expert DRE School (56 hours) Drug Recognition Expert Field Certification (approximately 40-60 hours.) This certification is a valuable tool to further assist in the safety of the citizens of Clinton. Great job Officer Campbell! #ServiceBeforeSelf

Drive like you’ve got a date under the mistletoe. This holiday season, drive safely and give the gift of you. Learn more: tntrafficsafety.org/speeding

This guy decided to show up at this year's Clinton Christmas Parade and immediately caused a problem. Clinton Police Officer Nathan Allen informed him he would not "steal Christmas" on his watch.

The Clinton Police Department would like to say thank you to the CPD Officers who volunteered their Saturday to set up and then take down the route for the 2024 Clinton Christmas Parade. Their effort and goal was to make your parade experience as enjoyable and safe as possible.

The City of Clinton E-911 Emergency Communications District regular meeting for December has been rescheduled. The December meeting will be held on Friday, December 20, 2024 at 2:30pm at the Clinton City Hall. The Clinton E-911 Emergency Communications District Board of Directors regular meetings are held quarterly, on the 4th Wednesday of the months of March, June, September, and December, at 3:30pm at the Clinton City Hall.

Thank you to the third grade students of South Clinton Elementary School for coming to Clinton City Hall today to spread Christmas cheer and brighten the employees day! A special thanks to Principal Bonesteel and third grade teachers Ms. Gibson and Mrs. Romeros for their preparation and dedication to their students! #ServiceBeforeSelf

NOW HIRING: Join the City of Clinton Team! The City of Clinton is looking for dedicated and passionate individuals to fill several key positions: Firefighter & Police Officer. 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

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!

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

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

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.

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

Thanksgiving is better with friends! Buckle Up and be there for every laugh, story, and memory shared. #BuckleUpTN Learn more: tntrafficsafety.org/seat-belts

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.