A special celebration was held to honor a former Metro Nashville Police Chief.
The department tweeted a photo of Joe Casey celebrating his 90th birthday at the celebration on Sunday.
Surprise 90th (!!!) birthday party for retired MNPD Chief Joe Casey happening now. pic.twitter.com/MI5xGSkylM
— Metro Nashville PD (@MNPDNashville) July 24, 2016
He was joined by his family and a large crowd of well-wishers at the surprise party.
Casey's 38-year Nashville police career included 16 years as chief.
Retired Chief Casey shares a moment with retired MNPD Chief Emmett Turner and Chief Anderson. pic.twitter.com/p7g2NpK5Wt
— Metro Nashville PD (@MNPDNashville) July 24, 2016
He became chief in 1973 and remained in that position until he retired in 1989.
