Knox County
Sheriff's Office

Knox County FLEET Services

Auto Mechanics

Maintaining KCSO vehicles to perform in optimal conditions through random maintenance as well as specific issues

Inmate Education

Fleet allows for inmates to develop skills and assets that can greatly assist them when they return to civilian life

Staff and Equipment

Skilled Supervision

The vehicles and inmates are supervised by experienced and professional KCSO staff to provide a great learning environment as well as proper mechanical procedures

Automobile Maintenance and Repair

KCSO has an on-site and in-house location for vehicle maintenance and repair allowing for quick and less expensive needs and requirements

Knowledge and Proficiency

Fleet services personnel have the professionalism and know-how to provide for top quality vehicle function

Full Service Garage

Fleet Services has a fully functioning mechanics garage which allows for proper inspection, repair, and maintenance for any needs that may arise

**If this is an emergency or if you are in need of police response, please call 911**

Knox County Sheriff's Office

Knoxville, TN

Tom Spangler, Sheriff

1985 Homicide of Betty Joyce Brown

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.