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Clarksville NAACP calls for answers after arrest video, death of Darius Chappell in custody
By Kim Rafferty at NewsChannel 5 WTVF (CBS affiliate)
· July 4, 2026
· 2 min read
A June 29 arrest video captured outside a Fort Campbell Boulevard business in Clarksville is drawing scrutiny from community leaders, following the death of the man seen in the video.Darius Chappell was arrested by deputies with the Montgomery County Sheriff's Office. After being taken into custo...
Key takeaway Lorena Morris, president of the Clarksville Montgomery County NAACP, said her main concern was the use of the K-9 during the struggle.
Why this matters in The Nashville
The death of Darius Chappell in custody has raised concerns about the use of force by law enforcement in Montgomery County, a issue that resonates with the broader Nashville community. As the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation handles the case, local residents will be watching closely for transparency and accountability. The Clarksville Montgomery County NAACP's call for answers is a reminder that community trust in law enforcement is crucial, and incidents like this can have far-reaching implications for relationships between police and the public. The fact that the officer involved has been placed on administrative leave suggests that the department is taking the matter seriously, but the outcome of the internal investigation will be closely scrutinized. As the investigation unfolds, Nashville area residents will be looking for a thorough and impartial examination of the circumstances surrounding Chappell's death, and for assurances that law enforcement agencies are committed to de-escalation techniques and proportionate use of force.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 4, 2026 ·
Source: NewsChannel 5 WTVF (CBS affiliate) ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? A June 29 arrest video captured outside a Fort Campbell Boulevard business in Clarksville is drawing scrutiny from community leaders, following the death of the man seen in the video.Darius Chappell was arrested by deputies with the Montgomery County Sheriff's Office. After being taken into custo...
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