Seneca Shields
Service Record
Columbia Tennessee Police Department
| Rank | Officer |
| Dates of Service | September 2011 - September 2012[1] |
| Last Known Status | Separated |
La Vergne Tennessee Police Department
| Rank | Officer, Detective (February 26, 2019)[1] |
| Dates of Service | September 16, 2012 - January 4, 2023[1] |
| Salary | $65,595 (2021)[1] |
| Last Known Status | Terminated[2] |
Incident Reports
2016 Misconduct
On March 29, 2016, it was determined that Shields' patrol vehicle was overdue for service, in violation of department policies.[1]
Response Timeline
On March 30, 2016, Shields was warned that a future occurrence would result in loss of "take home" privileges for the vehicle and possible suspension.[1]
2016 Misconduct
On December 9, 2016, Shields texted a superior, stating that he had taken some medicine and slept through his alarm. Shields was late for his shift.[1]
Response Timeline
On December 9, 2016, it was noted that Shields had three similar prior offenses. Shields was warned that a future occurrence would result in suspension without pay.[1]
2017 Policy Violation
On March 1, 2017, Shields attempted to join a pursuit by running red lights, not slowing to check for cross traffic, and driving at unsafe speeds in the rain, in violation of department policies.[1]
Part of the incident was captured by Shields' in-vehicle camera.[1]
Response Timeline
On April 12, 2017, Shields was referred for additional driving training.[1]
2017 Policy Violation
On December 13, 2017, Shields used a department computer to send personal email, in violation of department policies.[1]
Response Timeline
On February 14, 2018, Shields received a warning that additional violations could result in termination.[1]
2022 Sex Scandal
Response Timeline
On December 29, 2022, Shields was fired for violation of policies regarding sexual activity while on duty, sexual harassment, and conduct unbecoming of an officer.[2] Shields is ineligible to be rehired by the department.[1]
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