The Knoxville Police Department has recognized Jordan Babcock as the 2025 Officer of the Year.

Babcock serves in the role as the department’s Crisis Intervention Officer. According to the Knoxville Police Department, “As the department’s Crisis Intervention Officer—a role established in 2025—Officer Babcock has made a significant impact by strengthening community trust and providing critical support to individuals in crisis. Highly respected by peers and community members alike, his work has enhanced public confidence in the department while supporting fellow officers through training, guidance, and daily patrol efforts. Officer Babcock’s commitment and leadership truly reflect the core values of Service, Community, Integrity, Knowledge, and Pride.”

Knoxville Police Chief Aaron Fuller tells KNIA/KRLS that Babcock has done a great job with the program and has built strong relationships in the community.

“He has done a great job of setting up that program and rolling with it while making sure everything is squared away. He has already made a huge impact in the community. People are already calling and asking for him which we were told would happen. He is just doing a great job, he has a great rapport with people who are in crisis often.”

Hear more from Fuller about all the 2025 awards for the Knoxville Police Department on an upcoming Let’s Talk Knoxville.