Due To The Surge In COVID-19 Cases In The Area, The Kingsport Police Department Is Reinstating Some COVID-19 Protocols. Starting Monday, September 6th Officers May Not Respond To Some Calls That Are Extremely Minor Or Civil In Nature Unless There Is A Threat To Public Safety. Their Protocols Will Include Reporting Incidents By Phone, Officers Will Also Be Maintaining Social Distancing When Possible And Will Be Discouraged From Entering Private Residences Or Businesses Unless Absolutely Necessary.