Cleveland, TN – The Cleveland Police Department is in mourning alongside the Winder family following the passing of Retired CPD Lieutenant Tim Winder. Winder, who dedicated 36 years to the CPD before retiring in 2018, was a beloved member of the force and community. Arrangements will be posted at a later time, and the department asks that everyone keep Winder’s family and colleagues in their thoughts during this difficult period.
Lieutenant Tim Winder began his law enforcement career at just 19 years old in January 1977 at the McMinn County Sheriff’s Department. Three years later, he transferred to the Athens Police Department, where he served until 1982. In September of that year, Winder joined the Cleveland City Police Department, marking the beginning of a distinguished career.
During his tenure with the CPD, Lieutenant Winder held numerous roles, including patrol officer, SWAT team member, field training officer, patrol corporal, patrol sergeant, patrol lieutenant, and SWAT commander.