DRUG UNIT

This group usually dresses in very casual clothing. They work all narcotic cases and are called upon frequently for “expert” examination of suspected narcotic users and dealers. Vice cases such as prostitution and gambling are also investigated by this unit. The narcotics section works together with the community and receives a great deal of information from the public regarding illegal drug activity. This information has resulted in many arrests of persons involved in the sales and use of illegal drugs.

The public can help by watching for signs of drug activity in their neighborhoods. Some possible signs of drug sales from a residence can be, but is not limited to; a large number of people or vehicles coming to a residence and staying for a very short period of time, heavy activity occurring during the late evening hours, and hand to hand exchanges of small packets or money. If you suspect that this is occurring in your neighborhood we encourage you to report it and work together with us in solving this problem.

If you wish to report possible activity, you can call Officer Dax at (615) 851-2238 or you can send him tips by using the form below.

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FORM

Off. Mac

Officer Mac
Born Aug. 8, 1997, was acquired by our Police Department when he was 13 months old. He went through 13 weeks of intensive training. He’s been a police K-9 since 1998 and has participated in hundreds of drug arrests. He is certified by the United States Police Canine Association. He is a pure bred yellow lab, non-aggressive, unless he is “on duty” searching for narcotics. He is available for demonstrations and has participated in numerous high school searches, which yielded narcotics. He is used to being around children and is very friendly. He re-certifies annually, trains monthly, and was awarded USPCA certification for meeting their high excellence during training. He has assisted numerous local, state and federal agencies in the performance of their duties.

Update, January 5, 2006 ~ After 8 years of faithful service and hundreds of narcotic arrests, Officer Mac retired December 15, 2005. He will remain a part of our Police family and has moved to a farm in our area.

DRUG TIP HOTLINE NUMBER 615.860.0450