Chief Paul Noel

POLICE CHIEF PAUL NOEL

Paul Noel was sworn in as Knoxville’s 27th Chief of Police on June 13, 2022.

Prior to assuming command of the Knoxville Police Department, Noel was a Deputy Superintendent at the New Orleans Police Department, where he served in numerous leadership roles for over 25 years.

While at NOPD, Noel developed a reputation as a successful and ethical leader committed to a community-focused approach to problem solving that builds trust and legitimacy, reduces crime, demands accountability and maintains a highly-motivated workforce.

Know Your
District

West District Captain

Captain Tracy Hunter
thunter@knoxvilletn.gov
865-215-7576

East District Captain

Captain Nevin Long
nlong@knoxvilletn.gov
865-215-1201

Central District Captain

Captain Sammy Shaffer
sshaffer@knoxvilletn.gov
865-215-7548

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