Madisonville Police Department - TN

06/03/2026

Thank you SRO Cline and the entire staff of the Monroe County Alternative School 🏫 for your hard work and dedication.

Monroe Made- Monroe County Alternative School

In Monroe County Schools, there is one resource more powerful than any program, building, or initiative: our teachers.

We are especially proud that so many of our educators are truly Monroe Made. They once sat in the very classrooms they now lead, walking the same hallways and learning from the teachers who inspired them. They have chosen to return home and invest in our community in one of the most meaningful ways possible, by educating the next generation of Monroe County students.

At Monroe County Schools, we are proud of the incredible educators who dedicate themselves to this work. We wanted to take a few weeks to recognize teachers from each of our schools who graduated from Monroe County Schools.

To our teachers: thank you. Thank you for the long hours and the countless acts of care that often go unnoticed. Thank you for seeing the potential in every student and for working tirelessly to help them succeed. You are the heart of Monroe County Schools, and because of you, the Monroe Made legacy continues with every student.

Pictured: Shenoa Thompson, Kristie, Tallent, Andy Cline, & Stacy Watson

06/03/2026

Welcome Wednesday!🚓

Chief of Police Danny Russell and Police Commissioner Ed Dawson are proud to officially announce the hiring of three new part-time patrol officers with the Madisonville Police Department: Kayla Jones, Matt Tipton, and Simon Blomstrom.

Officer Jones comes to us with prior law enforcement experience at both the Englewood Police Department and Tellico Plains Police Department. She is currently employed full-time as a Youth Services Officer in Monroe County for Judge Thomas.

Officer Tipton comes to us with prior experience at the Maryville Police Department, where he served as a supervisor. He is currently employed full-time with the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office.

Officer Blomstrom also comes to us while being employed full-time with the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office.

Please join us in congratulating Officers Jones, Tipton, and Blomstrom. We are excited to welcome them to MPD and look forward to seeing them patrolling the streets of Madisonville soon!

06/01/2026

05/30/2026

DUI DRIVER HITS PATROL VEHICLE!

MAY 30TH 2026 : 8:00AM

Last night, just before 10:00 PM, Sergeant Travis Gunter supervisor of our Delta Night Shift was on routine patrol traveling southbound on US Highway 411 near Patterson Street when a vehicle failed to yield the right-of-way and pulled from the center median directly into the path of his patrol vehicle, resulting in a head-on collision.

Fortunately, Sergeant Gunter was not injured. Through quick thinking and defensive driving, he was able to make a last-second maneuver in combination with braking that we believe significantly reduced the severity of the crash and helped prevent what could have been a much more serious incident.

As is standard procedure, the Tennessee Highway Patrol responded to the scene and conducted the crash investigation.

The other driver was identified as Lynn Martin (63) of Madisonville, who was also uninjured in the collision. During the investigation, the trooper discovered an open container of alcohol inside the vehicle and determined the driver to be under the influence. Lynn was placed under arrest by the Tennessee Highway Patrol for driving under the influence and was transported to the Monroe County Jail.

Chief Danny Russell - “We are extremely grateful that Sergeant Gunter was not injured and commend his quick actions. We also want to thank the Tennessee Highway Patrol for their prompt response and professional handling of the investigation”.

Please remember: impaired driving puts everyone on the roadway at risk. If you choose to drink, please make arrangements for a sober ride home.

05/24/2026

HONOR. REMEMBER. NEVER FORGET.🇺🇸

This Memorial Day weekend, we honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom.

Their courage, dedication, and love of country will never be forgotten. We are forever grateful.

From all of us at the Madisonville Police Department, have a safe and meaningful Memorial Day weekend!

05/18/2026

05/17/2026

🚑 Happy National EMS Week 🚑

This week, the Madisonville Police Department proudly joins the nation in honoring our dedicated EMS professionals, (Monroe County EMS). These heroes work tirelessly every day, saving lives and ensuring the safety and well-being of our community. Their expertise, bravery, and compassion make an incredible difference in countless lives.

05/15/2026

🚔 Police Week 2026! 🚔

A special thank you to Monroe County 911 Director April White and the Walmart Loss Prevention Team, along with Supervisor Jeremy, for providing goodies and snacks for our department this week. Your kindness, generosity, and support are truly appreciated by all of us here at MPD.

05/14/2026

Perfect day for lemonade! 🍋