Updated with additional details.
CLARKSVILLE, TN (CLARKSVILLE NOW) – A Clarksville Police officer has been charged with aggravated domestic assault and kidnapping in a case being investigated by the TBI.
On Wednesday morning, the Clarksville Police Department chain of command became aware of a domestic-related incident involving Officer Alan Greenman, 38, according to a CPD press release.
Fight while on duty, in uniform
According to the arrest warrant obtained by Clarksville Now, Greenman was on duty and in uniform in the early moring of Aug. 20 when he had a fight with his girlfriend in a Tiny Town Road apartment.
The woman told TBI agents that Greenman shoved her to the ground, drew his service pistol and pointed it at her, saying, “I’ll kill you.” She also said he broke her cellphone in his hands, shattering the screen. She said he struck her in the face several times and prevented her from leaving, threatening her with harm, according to the warrant.
Greenman admitted to TBI agents that he shoved the woman and placed his hand on his service pistol while saying, “Stay down or I’ll kill you,” the warrant states.
Investigation and charges
CPD conducted the initial investigation, but because this involved an officer, they immediately requested that the District Attorney’s Office have the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation conduct a thorough and independent investigation.
Greenman was charged with aggravated kidnapping and aggravated assault (domestic-related). He has been booked into the Montgomery County Jail.
In accordance with departmental policy, Greenman was immediately placed on administrative leave and will remain so until the department can complete an internal investigation, which is separate from the criminal investigation, CPD said.
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CPD statement on officer’s arrest
“This behavior is not representative of the Clarksville Police Department. Our department consists of 419 employees, including 338 sworn officers, who serve the citizens of Clarksville with professionalism and integrity every day,” CPD said in the release.
“The Clarksville Police Department is committed to constitutional policing – ensuring that all actions uphold individual rights and freedoms, and that everyone is treated fairly and impartially. No one is above the law, police officers included. Everyone is afforded due process and considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
“Our reputation and our relationship with the citizens of Clarksville are paramount. We are committed to holding all employees – sworn and civilian – accountable, both administratively and criminally. If these allegations are proven true, we will seek swift justice while ensuring protections for the victim,” the release said.
“This remains an ongoing investigation and pending prosecution. In accordance with departmental policy, we will continue to fully cooperate with the TBI as they move forward on behalf of the District Attorney.”
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