The Crossville Police Department announces a new officer has taken his oath of office. Shade Foster was sworn in as the newest addition to the force. Foster will begin his field training program immediately and will attend a basic police academy in the summer.

“We are still shaping our department and our officers,” said Crossville Police Chief Jessie Brooks. “I welcome Officer Foster proudly into our family. Our new officers are going to play a very important role in the years to come.”