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Fatal Crash on Hwy 70/Clydeton Rd

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Press ReleaseFebruary 10, 2021 On February 10, 2021, at approx. 145pm, Waverly Police Officers were notified of a police pursuit entering the city limits on Hwy 70 West.  The suspect who was driving a stolen vehicle was being pursued by Carrol County Sheriff’s deputies. He had also rammed another vehicle as the pursuit went through Benton County and was also wanted on outstanding warrants in Carroll County.   As the suspect vehicle entered the Hwy 70/Clydeton Rd. intersection...

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January City Court Cases Reset

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In order to comply with the TN Supreme Court Order prohibiting most in person court appearances, all City of Waverly Municipal Court cases set for January 10 have been reset to March 10, 2021 at 2pm.   

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WPD Earns 3rd Accreditation Award

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Press Release December 14, 2020 The Waverly Police Department has been awarded its 3rd Accreditation Award through the Tennessee Law Enforcement Accreditation (TLEA) program.  The TLEA program is administered by the Tennessee Association of Chiefs of Police (TACP).  The Waverly Police Department has been accredited since 2013. To achieve accreditation with TLEA, an agency voluntarily submits to a three-year process of enhancing the agency’s professionalism and effectiveness using...

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Police Officer Job Posting

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  The Waverly Police Department is currently accepting applications for the position of Police Officer.  Police Officers are required to complete the Basic Police Academy.  Officers are required to work shift work and are on call 24/7. The application process includes a physical ability test, written police entry exam, oral interview panel and extensive background check.  Successful candidates will undergo drug screening, physical and psychological exams.  Details of...

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Court Information for July 15

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The TN Supreme Court issued an order requiring the wearing of masks while conducting court business for all courts in Tennessee.  This will apply to the City of Waverly Municipal Court, which will be held this week on Wednesday, July 15 at 2 pm.  This is the first time we will hold in-person court proceeding since the emergency orders have been in place.  Cases from the May court date were reset for July 15. All persons having business before the court will be required to wear...

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