Oak Ridge, TN (WOKI / WVLT) – The Oak Ridge Police Department has closed an internal investigation into an incident that happened during a traffic stop.
Oak Ridge Police Chief Robin Smith says last month, videos were circulating on social media showing an officer taking a picture of a woman during a traffic stop and making comments to other officers about sending it to a supervisor on November 2, 2024, prompting that internal investigation.
Smith says that while no formal complaint was filed, ORPD does not condone that type of behavior.
On Friday, ORPD says two officers have been disciplined as a result of the investigation.
One officer received a written reprimand, while the other received a verbal reprimand.
Oak Ridge Police Department Social Media Statement:
Update – October 31, 2025
Following the completion of an internal investigation into a traffic stop that occurred on November 2, 2024, two Oak Ridge Police Department officers have been disciplined. One officer received a written reprimand, and the other received a verbal reprimand. The Oak Ridge Police Department considers this matter resolved and the investigation closed.
Original Post – September 23, 2025
Statement from Oak Ridge Police Department Chief Robin Smith:
The Oak Ridge Police Department is aware of videos circulating on social media that show an officer taking a photo of a woman during a traffic stop and making comments to two other officers on scene about sending it to a supervisor. We have initiated an internal investigation into this incident, which occurred on November 2, 2024.
The Oak Ridge Police Department does not condone this type of behavior and holds our officers to the highest standards of professionalism. While no formal complaint was filed in this matter, we take all concerns from our community seriously and are committed to a thorough review.
We would also like to remind the public that anyone wishing to file a formal complaint with the ORPD may do so by calling (865) 425-4399 and requesting to speak with a supervisor, or by visiting ORPD Headquarters at the Oak Ridge Municipal Building, 200 S. Tulane Avenue.
