🚔🍀 Feeling Lucky? We Were Too! 🍀🚔 – On St. Patrick’s Day, the Knox County Sheriff’s Office NARC Division (Narcotics And Retail Crimes) was out in force to catch those who thought luck was on their side. After a traffic stop and two search warrants, detectives seized: – 🔫 2 Handguns ⚠️ 969 grams of […]
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It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of Retired Lieutenant Tammy Brummitt. – A dedicated servant to Knox County, Tammy was more than a deputy—she was a compassionate soul who touched countless lives. She never hesitated to help those in need, whether by buying a meal or offering kindness, especially when children
🚨 Another Major Bust by the Knox County Sheriff’s Office NARC Unit! 🚨 – March 12, 2025 – Since August 2024, our Organized Retail Crime Unit (NARC – Narcotics And Retail Crime Division) has been on the front lines, tackling a sophisticated “Tap 2 Pay” fraud scheme. This week, detectives apprehended more suspects involved in
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🎉 Happy 6th Birthday, K9 Manny! 🎉 Please join Sheriff Tom Spangler and Chief Deputy Bernie Lyon in wishing a very special Happy Birthday to K9 Manny! – For the past several years, Manny has been a dedicated member of our K9 Unit, working tirelessly to keep Knox County safe. His hard work, loyalty, and
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KCSO Investigating Apparent Murder-Suicide in Knox County KNOX COUNTY, Tenn. — The Knox County Sheriff’s Office (KCSO) is investigating an apparent murder-suicide at – Hinton Hollow Apartments in West Knox County. – KCSO Patrol Units, Major Crimes Detectives, Forensic Units, and the Knox County Medical Examiner’s Office are actively investigating. Preliminary findings indicate this is
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Knox County Sheriff’s Office is Investigating a Shooting – KNOX COUNTY, TN – Deputies with the Knox County Sheriff’s Office responded to a report of a possible break-in and shots fired shortly after 1:00 a.m. this morning. Upon arrival, deputies located one male deceased at the scene. The incident occurred in the 6900 block of
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🏆 2025 Heroes Cup Results! 🏆 – Chief Deputy Bernie Lyon announced The Knox County Sheriff’s Office had a strong showing at today’s 2025 Heroes Cup at Dick’s Sporting Goods, placing 3rd overall out of five teams! Our Corrections Officers gave their all, and we’re proud of their performances. – Individual Event Highlights: – 🔥
On July 20, 1985 the burned body of Betty Joyce Brown,aka Simmons, was found in the woods at 3805 Maloney Road in South Knox County. The 29 year old Austin-East graduate had been stabbed before being burned. Ms. Brown was last seen on July 14, 1985 between midnight and 1:00am in front of the Bread Box at Magnolia Ave and Spruce Street. It is believed that Ms. Brown was offered and accepted a ride from an unknown subject. Ms. Brown’s last know address was 2737 Tarleton Ave. Initial investigation indicated that when Ms. Brown’s body was found, she had been dead approximately 1 week. Family members described Ms. Brown as being a “very sweet and loving mother.”
If you have any information please call the Knox County Sheriff’s Office Cold Case Unit at (865)-215-3520/3590 or e-mail coldcase@knoxsheriff.org.