The use of deadly force by law enforcement officers across Northeast Tennessee is regulated and defined by local police departments and their policies.

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Many considerations come into play when it comes to examining the topic of police shootings, whether regionally, statewide or in the broader context of U.S. politics and history, Dr. B Henderson, an associate professor of criminal justice at Tusculum University said.

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Police shootings take a mental toll on all involved.ÌýIn recent years, police departments in particular have organized to dispel stigma around mental health and help officers address the emotional aftermath of shootings.

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This year, one in every five officer-involved shootings across the state has taken place in Northeast Tennessee — an area comprising only 6.3% of the state’s total population.