Driver Facing Vehicular Homicide Charge after Fatal Hit-and-Run on Loves Creek Road

Driver Facing Vehicular Homicide Charge after Fatal Hit-and-Run on Loves Creek Road

June 11, 2024

Knoxville, TN (WOKI) A man is facing multiple charges including vehicular homicide following a fatal hit and run late Monday night on Loves Creek Road.

Knoxville Police Department officials say the crash happened around 11:40 p.m. The suspect, Eliser Correra Romero, reportedly hit a pedestrian before leaving the scene. KPD says responding officers found the victim deceased on the side of the road, near the tree line.

Eliser Correra Romero (Courtesy: KPD)

Correra Romero was arrested a short distance from the scene; KPD says his car had damage consistent with the crash, and he was allegedly intoxicated.

He is facing several charges to include vehicular homicide due to driver intoxication.

Website Poll Question: What’s your confidence level in Vols Baseball winning the CWS national championship?

Website Poll Question: What’s your confidence level in Vols Baseball winning the CWS national championship?

June 11, 2024

Here’s our latest poll question on Tennessee Volunteers Baseball at 991TheSportsAnimal.com.

Cast your vote below and feel free to share. Photo of UT head coach Tony Vitello – Credit NCAA Media Site

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Besides the QBs, which FIRST YEAR Vols football player will make the biggest impact on offense?
The Tennessee Highway Patrol is Investigating Teen’s Death in Dirt Bike Crash

The Tennessee Highway Patrol is Investigating Teen’s Death in Dirt Bike Crash

June 11, 2024

The Tennessee Highway Patrol is investigating after a teen is killed after crashing into a car while riding a dirt bike in Hamblen County.

Preliminary reports say the car was going south on Three Springs Road near North 3rd Street in Russellville yesterday (Monday) afternoon when the 17 year-old ran a stop sign and into the car’s path and was struck.

THP says the teen was not wearing a helmet at the time of the crash and was pronounced dead at the hospital.

The driver of the car is not facing charges.

Joint Investigation with Local Law Enforcement and TBI Results in Arrest of Kingsport Man on Second Degree Murder Charge in Drug Overdose Death

Joint Investigation with Local Law Enforcement and TBI Results in Arrest of Kingsport Man on Second Degree Murder Charge in Drug Overdose Death

June 10, 2024

An investigation by the Church Hill Police Department and the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation and the Kingsport Police Department results in the indictment of a Kingsport man in connection to an overdose death.

The investigation into the death of James “Jimmy” Barham, III who was found dead in his home along West Main Boulevard in Church Hill on March 25, 2022. His death was determined to be caused by the toxic effects of fentanyl and other drugs.

Authorities determined that William White was involved in distributing the fentanyl that caused Barham’s death.

A Hawkins County Grand Jury returned indictments charging White with one count of Second Degree Murder and related drug charges, he was arrested on a $150,000 bond.  

TBI Investigation is On-Going in Grainger County Double Homicide
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TBI Investigation is On-Going in Grainger County Double Homicide

June 10, 2024

The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation is still investigating a double homicide in Grainger County.

TBI agents are assisting the Grainger County Sheriff’s Office in the homicides that happened along Rocky Springs Road in Bean Station late last month.

The Grainger County Sheriff identified the victims as 49 year-old Jon Atkins and 32 year-old Deven McDaniel, they were found buried in a wooded area behind Atkins’ house and reportedly knew each other.

Young-Williams Animal Center Waiving Dog Adoption Fees at Newly-Reopened Location

Young-Williams Animal Center Waiving Dog Adoption Fees at Newly-Reopened Location

June 10, 2024

Knoxville, TN (WOKI) Young-Williams Animal Center is waiving dog and puppy adoption fees at its Division Street location as it reopens following an breakout of distemper.

The center reopened its doors today (Monday) to animal adoptions after being closed for almost a week in order for Young-Williams caregivers to keep pets and prospective pets away from each other and healthy.

“With a full shelter, it is critical to keep placing currently healthy animals – including those who have not been exposed or have been vaccinated against distemper – into homes in order to continue to control the animal populations, decrease the spread of disease and make space for those in need,” YWAC representatives said.

The Division Street location and Young-Williams Village location, located on Kingston Pike, are open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., with animal quiet time slated for 1 p.m. to 2 p.m.

Dr. Bob, Host of ‘The Dr.Bob Show’ and Reoccurring Guest on WBIR’s ‘Live at Five at Four,’ Passes Away at 85

Dr. Bob, Host of ‘The Dr.Bob Show’ and Reoccurring Guest on WBIR’s ‘Live at Five at Four,’ Passes Away at 85

June 10, 2024

Knoxville, Tn (WOKI) Dr. Bob, host of ‘The Dr.Bob Show’ and reoccurring guest on WBIR’s ‘Live at Five at Four’ has died.

Dr. Robert “Bob” Overholt passed peacefully at his home Monday, June 10 at the age of 85.

Overholt began his medical career in Knoxville and dedicated his life to the community and his patients. He is perhaps best known for presenting medical information twice a week on WBIR’s now-retired “Live at Five at Four” show.

Overholt also hosted the popular television program, “The Dr.Bob Show” for over 30 years. The show won more than two dozen Telly Awards.

“We should all remember his 4 axioms of good living: exercise regularly, eat a healthy diet, get a good night’s sleep, and always have laughter in our life,” Overholt’s obituary said. 

Overholt leaves behind his wife of 63 years and two sons. A memorial service will be held at West Hills Baptist Church Sunday, June 16 at 12:30 p.m. following the morning worship service. A receiving of friends will follow.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to West Hills Baptist Church.

Sheriff’s Office Identifies Victims in Claiborne County Double Homicide

Sheriff’s Office Identifies Victims in Claiborne County Double Homicide

June 10, 2024

Claiborne County, TN (WOKI) Two men at the center of a double homicide investigation in Claiborne County are identified.

Officials with the Claiborne County Sheriff’s Office say 46-year-old Nathan Hamblin and 51-year-old Robert Hatfield were found dead around 2:00 a.m. Friday at the old Kopper Glo Mine in the Clairfield community.

CCSO says the men were found by family members and had been missing since Monday; according to authorities, they had been scrapping in the area.

The bodies were taken to the Knox County Regional Forensic Center.

Anyone with information that might aid in the investigation is asked to contact the sheriff’s office at 423-626-3385.

A Search is Underway in Florida for Missing Knox County Teen

A Search is Underway in Florida for Missing Knox County Teen

June 10, 2024

The Knox County Sheriff’s Office says a search is underway for a missing Tennessee teen in Florida.

16-year-old Abigail Velez, the daughter of a East Tennessee police officer, went missing on Thursday night while on vacation in Pensacola, Florida. She was last seen at Baptist Hospital and is 5 feet 6 inches tall, weighing about 130 pounds, with green eyes and dirty blonde hair.

Anyone with information is asked to call the Pensacola Police Department at 850-435-1845.

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