KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — The city and police department announced Friday that Knoxville Police Chief Eve Thomas will be retiring in May 2022. Here are some photos of Knoxville’s first female police chief during her time with the department.
Knoxville Police Chief Eve Thomas announces her retirement as Mayor Indya Kincannon listens in the background. Photo: WATE 
Knoxville Police Chief Eve Thomas, March 8, 2021. (Photo: WATE) 
Knoxville Police Chief Eve Thomas speaks to the media after an October 2021 city council meeting. (Photo: WATE) 
Knoxville Police Chief Eve Thomas speaks at a press conference following a fatal shooting at Austin-East Magnet High School on Monday, April 12 
KPD Police Chief Eve Thomas speaks during Saturday’s press conference. 
Knoxville Police Chief Eve Thomas 
FILE: Knoxville Police Chief Eve Thomas (WATE) 
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