Two new officers were recently sworn in to join the Dickson Police Department.
Mayor Don L. Weiss Jr. administered the Peace Officer’s oath to officers Carolin “Calli” Barrow and Jacob Baird at the Sept. 3, 2024, meeting of the Dickson City Council.
Officer Barrow was born and raised in Germany where she graduated high school and from culinary school.
She came to the United States in 2014 and lived in different states before moving to McEwen in 2020.
In August 2020 Officer Barrow began working part-time at Powerhouse Gym in Dickson and two years later was hired at the City of Dickson Senior Activity Center.
“I enjoyed working there and I met some amazing people,” Officer Barrow said. “Once I started looking into becoming a police officer, it just happened to be the time Chief Seth Lyles came to the senior center for a program for the seniors. And I took that chance to ask him the questions I had and we proceeded from there. I always loved the police and military and will always support them.”
Officer Barrow said there were changes going on in her life and she decided it was time to start the career she always wanted.
“I am very excited to be part of this family now and for the opportunity to serve this city,” Officer Barrow said. “I am very grateful.”
Officer Barrow has two boys and loves football and anything to do with cars, trucks and motorcycles.
Currently in the field training program, Officer Barrow will attend the Tennessee Law Enforcement Training Academy in January.
Born and raised in Montgomery County, Officer Baird graduated from Montgomery Central High School in 2013 and began a career in the telecom industry, starting his own business servicing cell towers.
“I’ve always been passionate about law enforcement and public service,” Officer Baird said. “I realized my true calling lay elsewhere.”
After he and his family accepted the Lord and were baptized in 2023, Officer Baird said that prompted him to reassess his future and pursue his passion for helping others.
“As a parent, I understand the importance of a safe and supportive community and I am deeply committed to making a positive impact on the lives of others,” Officer Baird said.
He began working in the corrections field for the Cheatham County Sheriff’s Office where he says he quickly gained valuable experience from knowledgeable colleagues and in July he joined the Dickson Police Department as an officer.
“I’m excited to serve this community, protect its residents and be a resource for those in need,” Officer Baird said.
Currently in the field training program, Officer Baird will attend the Tennessee Law Enforcement Training Academy this month.
Both officers are assigned to the Dickson Police Department’s Patrol Division.
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