Zone 201

Knox County
Sheriff's Office

Zone 201 lies between Rutledge Pike and Asheville Highway. Mascot, and Shipetown communities are located within this Zone.

MASCOT

Local Interests

Mascot

Formed in the early 20th century as a mine centered town, Mascot was home to the Holston Zinc Company. Many believe the name comes from an utilizing “Mining and Smelting Company of Tennessee” as an acronym, being recorded as “Mascot” early in the 1900’s.

Turtle Rock

A painted rock lies in Mascot with many names, including: Turtle Rock, Dinosaur Rock, Rock Monster, and more. The rock is painted green and located on Mine Road. It is a local landmark and has even had renovations thanks to the local residents.

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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.