Knoxville Police has a Potential Shooting Suspect in Custody Following an Early Morning Fatal Shooting in West Knoxville

Knoxville Police has a Potential Shooting Suspect in Custody Following an Early Morning Fatal Shooting in West Knoxville

February 5, 2024

Updated story: KPD NEWS RELEASE: Suspect Captured from Deadly Middlebrook Shooting (February 5, 2024)

The suspect from a deadly shooting that happened on Monday morning in West Knoxville was taken into custody after Knoxville Police Department officers quickly responded to the area.

At around 5:45 a.m. on Monday, February 5, 2024, KPD officers were dispatched to a shooting with a victim behind the NAPA AutoCare Center in the 5600 block of Middlebrook Pike. Officers arrived on scene and found the victim in the fenced-in area behind the business. The victim, an adult man, had been shot at least one time and was pronounced dead on the scene.

A witness reported that the suspect, who was known to the victim, had left the scene in a blue sedan, which was quickly located by responding officers. After officers attempted to stop the car, a short pursuit was initiated. The pursuit ended in the dead end of E. Weisgarber Road, in the 1400 block, and the driver ran from the car and into the woods.

Multiple KPD officers, including K-9 units, responded to the area to assist in the search. The Knox County Sheriff’s Office’s Air Watch Unit was also requested and responded. After extensive search efforts, the suspect was located and apprehended just after 7 a.m.

The suspect has been transported back to the Public Safety Complex to be interview by KPD Homicide Unit detectives. Charges are pending.  

Original Story: Knoxville Police has a potential shooting suspect in custody following a shooting that happened this morning (Monday) in the 5600 block of Middlebrook Pike That suspect was found in the area of the 1400 block of E. Weisgarber. No word on the victim’s condition.

Knoxville Police are Investigating an Armed Carjacking Near UT’s Campus

Knoxville Police are Investigating an Armed Carjacking Near UT’s Campus

February 5, 2024

Updated Story: KPD NEWS RELEASE: KPD Investigating Armed Carjacking Near UT Campus

The Knoxville Police Department is investigating an armed carjacking that happened early Monday morning and was the subject of a UT campus alert.

At around 3:20 a.m. on Monday, February 5, 2024, KPD officers were dispatched to the area of 14th Street and Laurel Avenue. The victim, a 19-year-old woman, reported that she had just parked her car, a black Hyundai Veloster, when she was confronted by two unidentified men dressed in all black. One of the suspects allegedly pointed a gun at the victim, demanded that the victim put her belongings in the car, and the suspects drove away in the victim’s car. The victim was not injured in the incident.

Based on developed investigative leads, the car was possibly in the area of Martin Luther King Jr. Avenue shortly after the carjacking. Officers responded to that location and circulated the area, but were unable to locate the vehicle.

Efforts remain ongoing to identify the involved suspects and locate the carjacked vehicle. Anyone with information that could assist that investigation is urged to contact East Tennessee Valley Crime Stoppers at 865-215-7165. Tipsters can remain anonymous.

The investigation is ongoing.

Original story: A lot of police activity near UT’s Campus as police are searching for suspects after a robbery near campus.

WVLT reporting he robbery happened at Clinch Ave. and James Agee and that one of the suspects reportedly has a gun and they’re on the run. Authorities say please use extreme caution in the area.

If you know anything please call police .

TBI says Amber Alert is Still Active for Now 8 Year-Old Summer Wells

TBI says Amber Alert is Still Active for Now 8 Year-Old Summer Wells

February 5, 2024

An Amber Alert remains active for now 8 year-old Summer Wells out of Hawkins County.

Then five year-old Summer Wells went missing on June 15, 2021 from her home in rural Hawkins County and her disappearance gained national attention. Yesterday was her eighth birthday, and she has now been missing for almost three years and the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation says the search for Wells is still ongoing. There have been leads in the case and multiple searches in the area surrounding her home but still no sign of Summer.

Anyone with information is asked to call 1-800-TBI-FIND.

An Investigation is Underway Following a North Knoxville Accident which Critically Injures Four

An Investigation is Underway Following a North Knoxville Accident which Critically Injures Four

February 5, 2024

An investigation is underway following a serious car crash which shut down a busy North Knoxville and critically injured four people.

Rural Metro Fire says the crash happened on E. Emory Road near Bell Road yesterday (Sunday) afternoon when two cars hit “almost directly head on. All four people were taken to the University of Tennessee Medical Center’s Trauma Center with serious injuries with one person flown by Lifestar.

The crash shut down the southbound lane of E. Emory Road for more than two hours.

The Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office Says Missing Man who Suffers from PTSD Has Been Found

The Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office Says Missing Man who Suffers from PTSD Has Been Found

February 5, 2024

UPDATE: The Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office says 57-year-old Paul Blythe has been found safe.

He was last seen at the Speedway gas station in Dandridge and suffers from PTSD, depression, Bipolar disorder, and Schizophrenia.

Original Story: The Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office is asking for your help to find a missing Dandridge man.

57-year-old Paul Blythe was last seen at the Speedway gas station in Dandridge wearing a camouflage hat, green hooded jacket, black shirt and blue jeans. He suffers from PTSD, depression, Bipolar disorder, and Schizophrenia.

Anyone with information is asked to contact authorities.

Man Gets 31-Year Sentence for Child Sexual Assault, Knox County DA Says

Man Gets 31-Year Sentence for Child Sexual Assault, Knox County DA Says

February 2, 2024
Carl Richard Chesney, 40 (Courtesy: DA Charme Allen’s Office)

Knoxville, TN (WOKI) A man is sentenced Friday to 31 years in prison for multiple child sex crimes.

Officials with District Attorney Charme Allen’s office say 40-year-old Carl Richard Chesney was convicted of rape of a child, sexual activity involving a minor and two counts of sexual battery and rape.

During the trial, attorneys said Chesney began assaulting the victim in 2010 when they were five years old. The assault reportedly continued until the victim was 12.

“Despite years of abuse, this child had the bravery to step forward and confront her abuser,” said DA Charme Allen. “We will continue to stand with victims and hold their abusers accountable.”

Chesney did not get a parole option.

McGhee Tyson Airport to Begin Parking Garage Expansion, Will Close Portion of Long-Term Lot

McGhee Tyson Airport to Begin Parking Garage Expansion, Will Close Portion of Long-Term Lot

February 2, 2024
The new airport garage will be six stories and will add 3,500 parking spots adjacent to the airport terminal building, according to airport officials. (Courtesy: WVLT)

Knoxville, TN (WOKI) McGhee Tyson Airport will be closing a portion of its long-term parking lot to begin a parking garage expansion project.

Airport officials making that announcement Friday, February 2.

The new airport garage will be six stories and add 3,500 parking spots adjacent to the airport terminal building.

McGhee Tyson will still offer limited garage parking in the long-term lot, and guests will still have access to the short-term parking lot.

To offset the partial closure of the long-term lot, officials will add more than 1,000 parking spaces in the airport’s new Economy Lot C. According to the airport, there will be a 24-hour service shuttle that will transport passengers and guests to and from the airport terminal building which should take approximately 15 minutes.

Airport officials suggest passengers plan to arrive at least two hours before scheduled departure times.

Man Who Hit and Killed Truck Driver at White Pine Gas Station Arrested, Police Say

Man Who Hit and Killed Truck Driver at White Pine Gas Station Arrested, Police Say

February 2, 2024
Police in White Pine had been searching for John R. Emery Jr. in connection to the hit and run death of Gary M. Clark, 64 (Courtesy: White Pine Police Department)

White Pine, TN (WOKI) Police in White Pine Friday arrest a man in connection to the hit and run death of a semi-truck driver in the parking lot of a Pilot gas station last month.

Officials with the White Pine Police Department announcing the arrest of John R. Emery Jr. of Chattanooga who was wanted for allegedly striking 64-year-old Gary M. Clark of Prattville, Alabama with his semi while Clark was walking through the parking lot of the Pilot Travel Center on Roy Messer Highway in White Pine on January 12.

(Courtesy: White Pine Police Department Facebook)

Despite other drivers telling Emery he may have possibly run over Clark, Emery drove away from the parking lot.

Clark was pronounced dead at the scene.

Knoxville Fire Department Responds to Fire at North Knoxville Tire Store

Knoxville Fire Department Responds to Fire at North Knoxville Tire Store

February 2, 2024
The fire happened at EZ Used Tires, and shut down Central Avenue Pike at Inskip Drive, Knoxville Police Department officials said. (Courtesy: KFD)

Knoxville, TN (WOKI) All employees are safe and no injuries are reported following a fire Friday morning at a used tire store in North Knoxville.

Knoxville Fire Department officials say crews responded to a report of a fire at EZ Used Tires on 4715 Central Avenue Pike after receiving a 911 call around 11:20.

(Courtesy: KFD)

Upon arrival, crews found heavy black smoke coming from the basement of the business. Officials say due to the nature of the material burning, crews had to work extensively to put the blaze out but that the entirety of the fire was extinguished just before 12:30.

KFD investigators are working to determine the cause of the fire.

Knoxville Police Investigating a Fatal North Knoxville Shooting have Identified the Victim and Suspect

Knoxville Police Investigating a Fatal North Knoxville Shooting have Identified the Victim and Suspect

February 2, 2024

Knoxville Police are still investigating a fatal shooting in North Knoxville and have arrested a suspect and identified the victim.

KPD says 19 year-old Makah Logan has been arrested and is is charged with first-degree murder in connection to last (Thursday) night’s shooting in the N. Hembree Street and Linden Avenue area.

Officers were called to that scene after 18 year-old Apollo Cannida (Cuh knead ah) was found shot in the alley behind Jarnigan & Sons Mortuary and was pronounced dead at the hospital.

The preliminary investigation shows the pair were involved in an argument when Logan fired hitting Cannida at least once then fled the scene.

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