Tag Archives: Administrative Lieutenant Anthony Leonard

The Cookeville Police Department responded to a call early Monday morning at 586 South Jefferson Avenue where they found the deceased victim of an apparent gunshot wound. Lieutenant Anthony Leonard said detectives believe that they located all parties involved, including 36-year-old Christopher Posey of Maryland, who was dead on arrival. He said he believes this was an isolated incident. “If ... Read More »

The Cookeville Police Department will partner with The Tennessee Highway Safety Office to perform saturation patrols throughout the Super Bowl. Lieutenant Anthony Leonard said extra officers will be on the streets watching closely for drivers showing any signs that they are impaired. He said drunk driving is common year-round, but can be particularly common around big events. “To win a ... Read More »

Cookeville Police will be increasing their presence in city parks over the coming weeks following multiple vandalism incidents. Lieutenant Anthony Leonard said police are increasing their drive-throughs in parks as well as increasing patrols. Leonard said after reviewing cameras in the area, police are following up a potential lead in the Dogwood Park Labor Day vandalism. “Vandalism effects everyone,” Leonard ... Read More »