CLARKSVILLE, TN – A federal grand jury has indicted Alan James Greenman, a former Clarksville Police Department patrolman, after he allegedly assaulted his estranged girlfriend, trashed her belongings, and threatened to kill her while on duty, according to federal authorities.
Incident Overview
The alleged assault occurred on August 20, when Greenman, then 38 years old, reportedly entered his girlfriend’s apartment complex multiple times using a utility company gate code that is not accessible to the public. The victim, who had previously been in a romantic relationship with Greenman, had requested that he return the key she had given him.
According to a probable cause affidavit, Greenman confronted his girlfriend shortly after 6:30 a.m., accusing her of cheating and demanding access to her phone. The argument escalated inside her bedroom, where Greenman allegedly used a screwdriver to stab a TV, broke her personal cellphone, and threw her across the room onto the bed.
Threats with Service Weapon
While wearing his police uniform, including his bulletproof vest and duty belt, Greenman allegedly pointed his service weapon at the victim, threatening, “I’m going to f—ing kill you.” The attack occurred while the victim’s 4-year-old son was asleep in the adjacent room.
The victim reportedly escaped the bedroom with her child and fled to a friend’s house, alerting Greenman’s chain of command. Dashcam footage from Greenman’s patrol car later captured a phone call in which he appeared to contemplate suicide and acknowledged damaging the victim’s belongings.
Federal and State Charges
Greenman now faces federal charges, including:
- Kidnapping
- Stalking
- Deprivation of rights
Additionally, he is facing state charges in Tennessee, including aggravated assault, domestic violence, and kidnapping, as reported by the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation.
Employment Status and Department Statement
Greenman was fired from the Clarksville Police Department on September 5. The department issued a statement emphasizing that his actions do not reflect the professionalism or values of the agency:
“The reputation of the Clarksville Police Department and the trust of our community are of the utmost importance. We are committed to transparency and to holding all employees – sworn and civilian – accountable both administratively and criminally, when necessary.”
Community Concerns
The shocking incident has raised concerns about off-duty and on-duty misconduct among law enforcement officers, particularly in domestic situations. The victim’s account and the corroborating dashcam evidence highlight the severity of the alleged threats and property damage, prompting both federal and state investigations.
Authorities continue to urge victims of domestic violence to report incidents immediately and stress that even law enforcement personnel are accountable under the law.
Call to Action
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