Former Millersville Officer Indicted for Misconduct

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A former Millersville police officer named Michael Singleton has been indicted for official misconduct after an investigation by the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation. Singleton was accused of engaging in inappropriate contact with a resident at her home, failing to notify dispatch of his whereabouts, not documenting the contact properly, and not activating his body camera.

Why it matters

This case highlights the importance of police accountability and the need for proper procedures and oversight to prevent abuse of power by law enforcement officers. Public trust in the police is critical, and incidents like this can erode that trust within the community.

The details

According to the TBI, their investigation into Singleton began in June 2025 while he was an officer with the Millersville Police Department. Agents determined that Singleton engaged in inappropriate contact with a resident at her home, failed to notify dispatch of his whereabouts, did not document the contact properly, and did not activate his body worn camera. Singleton was indicted on February 3 and charged with one count of official misconduct. He turned himself in on February 14 at the Sumner County jail, where his bond was set at $5,000.

• The TBI investigation into Singleton began in June 2025.
• Singleton was indicted on February 3, 2026.
• Singleton turned himself in on February 14, 2026.

What’s next

The judge will determine whether to allow Singleton to be released on bail at a hearing on February 21.