Police Chief Praises Interdepartmental Cooperation in Apprehension

Powells Crossroads police chief thanks other agencies for assistance in recent pursuit and arrest

Published on Feb. 23, 2026

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Chief Kenneth Seagraves of the Powells Crossroads Police Department expressed gratitude to several other law enforcement agencies for their support and resources that led to the quick apprehension of a suspect following a domestic call and vehicle pursuit on February 19th.

Why it matters

The successful collaboration between the Powells Crossroads Police Department and other local and regional law enforcement agencies, including the use of advanced technologies like drones, highlights the importance of interdepartmental cooperation in effectively responding to and resolving complex public safety incidents.

The details

According to Seagraves, a domestic call on the evening of February 19th resulted in a vehicle being taken and a brief pursuit. However, thanks to the drone program operated by the 12th Judicial District Drug Task Force, the suspect was apprehended hiding in a heavily wooded area in just a few minutes without further incident. Seagraves credited the resources and assistance provided by the 12th Judicial District Drug Task Force, the Marion County Sheriff's Office, the Whitwell Police Department, and the Marion County Dispatchers as crucial to the successful resolution of the situation.

  • The incident occurred at approximately 10 pm on Thursday, February 19, 2026.

The players

Chief Kenneth Seagraves

The police chief of the Powells Crossroads Police Department.

12th Judicial District Drug Task Force

A regional law enforcement task force that provides advanced resources and technologies, including a drone program, to assist local police departments.

Marion County Sheriff's Office

The law enforcement agency for Marion County, Tennessee, which provided support to the Powells Crossroads Police Department.

Whitwell Police Department

The police department for the city of Whitwell, Tennessee, which also assisted the Powells Crossroads Police Department.

Marion County Dispatchers

The emergency communications personnel who coordinated the response and resources during the incident.

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What they’re saying

“The resources that the 12th Judicial District Drug Task force brings to small and large agencies are immeasurable. The drone program has located a lot of suspects already, but most importantly, it has located citizens in need. This is of great importance when looking for individuals such as Alzheimer's patients and missing children.”

— Chief Kenneth Seagraves, Police Chief (svalleynow.com)

“I cannot thank all the men and women that help on a regular basis enough.”

— Chief Kenneth Seagraves, Police Chief (svalleynow.com)

The takeaway

This incident demonstrates the value of strong interdepartmental cooperation and the effective use of advanced technologies in law enforcement, which can lead to the quick resolution of complex public safety situations and the apprehension of suspects with minimal risk.