CLARKSVILLE, Tenn. – Clarksville Police Department’s District 3 Criminal Investigations Unit hosted a surprise retirement celebration for Detective Howard Gillespie on Oct. 14.
They presented him with a beautiful custom designed flask set with his different call-signs on each glass.
Det. Gillespie served faithfully and honorably for almost 17 years at the Clarksville Police Department (2000-2016). He has been a detective for the last five years. Along with his natural ability to lead, his experience from patrol officer to a detective made him a valuable asset to his supervisors, newer officers and detectives he led, the CPD and the City of Clarksville. According to Det. Gillespie, he would stay longer if he could.
The impact he made on the CPD and the Clarksville Community is evident. Several CPD Officers spoke about their time working with Det. Gillespie. His experience and professionalism will be missed.
Det Gillespie’s wife, Courtney Gillespie, also attended the celebration. They are expecting a baby soon.
Congratulations Det. Gillespie!