Knoxville leaders respond after vice mayor says she has lost confidence in city's police chief

Knoxville leaders respond after vice mayor says she has lost confidence in city's police chief
Vice mayor Gwen McKenzie said she believes department leadership is fostering a culture of racism, but said she still has faith in the officers of KPD.
Author: WBIR Staff
Updated: 9:34 PM EDT July 9, 2021
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — Knoxville vice mayor Gwen McKenzie spoke out Thursday against Knoxville Chief of Police Eve Thomas, saying she has lost confidence in Thomas' ability to lead and said she believes department leadership has fostered a culture of racism within the Knoxville Police Department.
McKenzie represents the Sixth District in East Knoxville, and other leaders spoke up about her statements.

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