Community Policing with Police Chief Fred Fletcher

Fred Fletcher was given a task when he was sworn in as the Chief of Police of the Chattanooga Police Department in 2004: create a culture of community policing and incorporate best practices in order to make Chattanooga a safer community, for everyone. In today's interview we discuss what community policing is and how it is not just a buzz word for our police department, but a guiding philosophy. Through laying out a clear mission and vision, engaging the community, and incorporating new technology and departments, Police Chief Fred Fletcher is creating a police force that is well equipped to serve our city.

Referenced in this episode:

• Chattanooga Police Department's Mission, Vision, & Values - http://bit.ly/2dX6GfT


• The Trace - http://bit.ly/2eep8Ab


• Victim Services Unit - http://bit.ly/2ezzcr9


• Each One, Reach One - http://bit.ly/2djlqru