Opinion | It might be the time to look outside Memphis for a fresh perspective to policing | Otis Sanford Local 24 News political analyst and commentator Otis Sanford shares his point of view on a town hall with the mayor’s pick for Memphis Police Director. Author: Otis Sanford (Local 24) Published: 11:53 AM CDT April 29, 2021 Updated: 5:31 PM CDT April 29, 2021 MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Friday is a big day for law enforcement in Memphis, or at least the public’s perception of it. Cerelyn C.J. Davis, Mayor Jim Strickland’s pick to become the next leader of the Memphis Police Department, will take part in a virtual town hall forum to formally introduce herself to the city.