
Shooting Investigation
For Immediate Release: January 25, 2021 | Knox County, TN The Knox County Sheriff’s Office Patrol Units, along with Major Crimes and Forensics are on
For Immediate Release: January 25, 2021 | Knox County, TN The Knox County Sheriff’s Office Patrol Units, along with Major Crimes and Forensics are on
The Knox County Sheriff’s Office Patrol Units were dispatched at 14:52 to a burglary in progress on Dante Road. The initial investigation led Deputies to
n February 24, 2021 at approximately 2:27 am a Knox County Sheriff’s Office Patrol Officer attempted a traffic stop on a Ford Explorer traveling East
The Knox County Sheriff’s Office is hosting a Coloring Contest The top prize is lunch with an officer and a beautiful trophy for each age
COTA Graduation Class 160 & 161 The Knox County Sheriff’s Office would like to congratulate the March 12, 2021 graduates of the Correctional Officer Training
Welcome to Tennessee, Zechariah! Agencies from all across Tennessee were on hand to welcome Zechariah and his family this morning at McGhee Tyson Airport. It
KNOX COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE AND KNOX COUNTY SCHOOL SECURITY ASKING FOR PUBLIC ASSISTANCE- March 24, 2021 | Knoxville, Tennessee The Knox County Sheriff’s Office and
KCSO ON THE SCENE OF A SHOOTING WITH ONE VICTIM DECEASED. 1700 BLOCK OF DRY GAP PIKE. Major Crimes will be conducting the investigation which
-SHOOTING INVESTIGATION- April 2, 2021 | Knoxville, Tennessee Knox County Sheriff Tom Spangler says KCSO Patrol Units were dispatched to the 4800 block of Horsestall
The Knox County Sheriff’s Office has received many calls, emails, and online inquiries regarding the shooting that took place in the afternoon of April 12,
Knox County Sheriff’s Office Patrol & Fire Investigation Units are on the scene of a house fire in the 7300 block of Asheville Highway- ALL
“ I would like to publicly thank each one of our Deputies, Detectives and Corrections Officers who helped ensure tonight’s County Commission meeting was a
FATALITY ACCIDENT – KARNS – April 26, 2021 | Knox County, TN The Knox County Sheriff’s Office responded to a motor vehicle accident just before
Toby Large DOB 12/24/1980 fled the scene of a fatal accident that occurred on 4/27/2021 on Karns Valley Drive at Chuck Jones Road just before
A stolen Honda CRV led officers on a short pursuit in East Knox County. Officers were able to get vehicle stopped Asheville highway near John
Congratulations to the KCSO Coloring Contest Winners!!! The Knox County Sheriff’s Office recently hosted a coloring contest to help provide a little fun and activities
Anthony Woods 49yoa from Halls was convicted today after a week-long trial in Criminal Court Division 2. He is currently in custody of the Knox
Come Join Us for the KCSO Mud Volleyball Tournament!!! Click the flyer to learn more!
The Knox County Sheriff’s Office was honored to have the opportunity to work with 4-H and The Wheeler Academy Click to Learn More
Congratulations to Lieutenant Lisa Kidd, Captain Paul Cooper, and Captain Aaron Turner Sheriff Tom Spangler would like to congratulate Lt. Lisa Kidd for recently becoming
Multiple car crash Maynardville Hwy at Texas Valley. Multiple agencies on scene. This will be THP working the accident. However, Knox County Sheriff’s Office will
-ATTENTION SENIOR CITIZEN COMMUNITY- Sheriff Tom Spangler is asking that our senior citizens be aware of various scams currently circulating in Knox County and surrounding
The Knox County Sheriff’s Office responded to a call for shots fired after 4:00am to 1300 block of Stony Point Road. Patrol Officers discovered two
The heart of a person is always revealed in their actions. Well done, Officer Moyers! -Tom Spangler http://www.knoxtntoday.com/steve-moyers-kcsos-top-corrections-officer/?fbclid=IwAR2jZpUeUeXGkcfUTdOOI7S8u1Cyj49jKa5QdhNPs1v1oc16qpa06YYl92Y
With the continuing rise of Elderly Scams via email, phone call, or in person, the Knox County Sheriff’s Office Technology Division is asking for the
Update! Great news. Me and Ms Aherns we’re located safe. Thank each of our viewers for sharing our Bolo. Your assistance helped and was appreciated.
The Knox County Sheriff’s Office responded to a call for two individuals with gun shot wounds this morning after 2:30am to the 11000 block of
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KCSO Dive Team, Reserves Unit and Special Services Division enjoyed a night out and delicious dinner with our Neighborhood Watch group at Imperial Estates Subdivision.
Sheriff Spangler wants to remind everyone that we are almost to that time of year again where schools will be in full swing in Knox
COTA Graduation Class 163 The Knox County Sheriff’s Office would like to congratulate the July 30, 2021 graduates of the Correctional Officer Training Academy (COTA).
The Knox County Sheriff’s Office is pleased to announce that five officers successfully completed the “Train the Trainer” program with the Tennessee Corrections Institute (TCI).
The Knox County Sheriff’s Office is on the scene of a shooting in 8600 block of Asheville Highway in East Knox County. One victim has
As you are out driving around today, be sure to start looking and familiarizing yourself with our Knox County School Zones. Next week starts the
The Knox County Sheriff’s Office Major Crimes Unit is investigating what appears to be a drowning at a pond located in the 3200 block of
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Update – Suspect in custody The Knox County Sheriff’s Office Warrants Unit was attempting to serve a warrant on an individual near Ball Camp Pike
Knox County Sheriff’s Office Employees give blood in honor of the 20th anniversary of 9/11. “It’s an honor to have our men & women be
JOIN US!! You are invited to come Stand For First Responders to show your support and appreciation! This free event will be help August 28th
UPDATE: August 23, 2021 | 11:30pm Mr. Vance has been located in North Carolina and is safe. He’s currently being checked out by EMS as
The Knox County Sheriff’s Office Reconstruction Unit is investigating a fatal accident where a pedestrian was struck by a semi-trailer truck in the 11400 block
It was an honor to have East Tennessee Law Enforcement Liaison Derrick Woods with the Tennessee Highway Safety Office present Chief Deputy Bernie Lyon with
Uriel Ernesto Rivera plead guilty to two counts of Aggravated Sexual Battery on the second day of trial in Criminal Court Div 1 on Aug
Knox County Sheriff’s Office honors the 13 soldiers who gave their lives in service to our Country in Kabul, Afghanistan. “Our sincere condolences and heartfelt
UPDATE: 8:15pm Mr. Fox has been located and is safe. Sheriff Spangler appreciates the public’s assistance in helping to locate him and get him home
On Friday September 3, Detectives with the Knox County Sheriff’s Office with the assistance of Blount County and Scott County Sheriff’s Offices executed search and
The Knox County Sheriff’s Office Major Crimes Unit is asking for the public’s assistance in locating a missing person. James “Eddie” Ogle was last seen
Tom Spangler, Knox County Sheriff confirms the Knox County Sheriff’s Office will be providing Mynatt Funeral Home with an escort as they graciously transport Staff
Knoxville Inner City Kids Outreach Swinging for the Kids Honoring Dennis Overton On October 18, join KICKO for their annual golf tournament to benefit kids
Sheriff Tom Spangler was presented a check from Brandy & Scott Fraser last week. Their generous gift came after they were made aware that four
The Knox County Sheriff’s Office has an updated Officer Assistance Program. This is a great way to help officers during hardships. To learn more about
On September 25, 2021 Knox County Sheriff’s Office Patrol Units responded to a complaint of a shooting at 5309 Parkridge Drive. Upon arrival, Patrol Units
Knox County Sheriff Tom Spangler along with KCSO’s Major Crimes Detectives are on the scene of a body found in or near the woods at
For Immediate Release: National Night Out, October 5, 2021 Contact: Kimberly Glenn, Communications Director Tom Spangler, Knox County Sheriff announces the Knox County Sheriff’s Office
The Madison County Sheriff’s Office has information that Randall Lee Rose may be in East TN. Authorities are still searching for Randall Lee Rose, who
Over a dozen subdivisions participated Tuesday night in the ‘National Night Out’ where congregation and fellowship with neighbor’s joined hands with first responders around Knox
It’s that time again! We have had reports of people being notified via phone calls that they have warrants for their arrest and an attempt
Please see the attached letter Sheriff Tom Spangler has sent to President Joe Biden today regarding the impending vaccine requirement.
On November 9, 2021, at approximately 1615 hours, deputies with the Knox County Sheriff’s Office observed a suspicious vehicle traveling on Cedar Bluff near Sherrill
-Knox County Sheriff’s Office Chaplain Graduation- Sheriff Tom Spangler is pleased to welcome the 13th class of Chaplain Graduates into the Knox County Sheriff’s Office
The Knox County Sheriff’s Office would like to thank Cumulus Broadcasting, Harper Auto Square and All Occasion Catering for hosting the “Serve Those Who Protect”
Sheriff Tom Spangler is excited to announce the recent graduation of Tiffany Crawford who graduated the 56th National Forensics Academy. “We are confident her knowledge
Knox County Sheriff’s Office Reserve Academy Graduation Ceremony- The Knox County Sheriff’s Office Reserve Academy graduated class 2021-1 on Monday, November 22, 2021. “I am
UPDATE: December 2, 2021 The victim has been identified as David Richard Howard, 28 of Corryton. The homicide investigation remains open and active. Jacklyn Rachelle
UPDATE- 2 December 4, 2021 | 11:45 am Knox County Sheriff’s Office Major Crimes Detectives have made two arrests in the homicide of David Howard
-WEST KNOX BANK ROBBERY SUSPECT SOUGHT- The Knox County Sheriff’s Office Major Crimes Unit along with the Federal Bureau of Investigation are on the scene
On December 21, 2021, at approximately 05:19 am the Knoxville Police Department received notification of a male suffering from at least one gunshot wound arrived
The Knox County Sheriff’s Office received a call for possible human remains just after 5 pm on December 25, 2021, in East Knox County off
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.