Metro Water Services Considers Action Against Assistant Director Following Investigation
Metro Water Services is considering disciplinary action, including potential dismissal, against assistant director John Honeysucker. This follows a federal investigation and the seizure of his Metro-issued phone. Honeysucker is accused of dishonesty and discrediting the department by not reporting the…
Nashville, TN, July 31, 2026 —
Metro Water Services is contemplating disciplinary measures, which could include termination, for assistant director John Honeysucker. The potential action stems from a federal investigation and the confiscation of a department-issued mobile phone assigned to Honeysucker.
Allegations against Honeysucker include charges of dishonesty and actions that have reportedly brought discredit to the department. Specifically, he is accused of failing to notify leadership about the seizure of his Metro-issued phone. Furthermore, he is alleged to have provided an inaccurate explanation for requiring a replacement device.
The specifics of the federal investigation were not detailed in the information provided. The outcome of the investigation and the exact nature of the accusations leading to the phone seizure are also not publicly disclosed at this time. The department has stated that it is reviewing the findings and considering appropriate disciplinary steps based on the alleged conduct.
A spokesperson for Metro Water Services confirmed that the department is aware of the situation and is following its internal procedures. The exact timeline for the disciplinary process was not provided. The assistant director’s current employment status remains unchanged pending the conclusion of the review.
Story summarized from the original created by Stephen Elliott, Nashville Banner on www.newschannel5.com, see more information here.
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