East Tennessee Valley Crime Stoppers is asking for help to identify two men accused of stealing a purse and using one of the victims credit cards to purchase items at a Walmart.
The pair reportedly stole the purse from a car on Western Avenue on November 21st and reportedly used the stolen credit card at Walmart on Clinton Highway and then tried to use it at the Target across the street.
Please call Crime Stoppers at 865-215-7165 if you have any information.
Knoxville Police and East Tennessee Crime Stoppers are asking for your help to find a man suspected of stealing from a South Knoxville Walgreens.
The man walked into the store on Chapman Highway on December 3rd and took several items and left the store after telling the store clerk he had a gun and would shoot her if she tried to stop him.
If you have any information, you are asked to call Crime Stoppers at 865-215-7165.
Helenwood, TN (WOKI) A former volunteer fire chief in Scott County is arrested Monday, December 4 charged with stealing thousands of dollars from his department.
Officials with the Tennessee Comptroller’s Office say 24 year-old Austin Lewallen stole nearly $14,000 from the Paint Rock Volunteer Fire Department’s funds through a combination of over-the-counter bank and unauthorized ATM cash withdrawals. He is also accused of using the VFD’s debit card to make over 40 personal purchases and paying a utility bill with Paint Rock VFD funds.
According to the state’s investigation, the theft occurred between May 2022 and January 2023.
Lewallen was removed as fire chief on March 27, 2023. He was indicted by the Scott County Grand Jury in November 2023 on one count of theft of property over $10,000 and one count of fraudulent use of a debit card.
Lewallen was released on a $20,000 bond Monday, December 4, 2023 following his arrest.
Knoxville, TN (WOKI) The Knox County Junior Commissioner program is entering its second year, and the application portal is now open.
The Junior Commissioner program is open to any Knox County high school junior or senior at public, private or home schools. Each commissioner chooses a student from the application pool to attend work sessions, commission and zoning meetings, field trips and more, giving students a hands-on look into local government.
Applications are due by Wednesday, December 20. The junior commissioners will be announced the week of January 8.
University of Tennessee defensive lineman James Pearce Jr. is detained by Knoxville police after a traffic stop at Western Avenue and 11th Street.
It happened yesterday (Monday), Pearce was pulled over for expired tags and speeding, going 63 mph in a 35 mph zone. He also could not present any form of ID or insurance.
He was driving with a suspended license out of North Carolina. He also disobeyed instructions by Police and was taken into custody.
UT Athletics has released a statement saying they are aware of the situation and are awaiting more information.
Free family activities this weekend at Knoxville Museum of Art
The Knoxville Museum of Art welcomes the community for several fun, educational and free events for all ages during December.
Sunday, Dec. 10: Second Sunday Art Activity; Free
Children in grades K-6 are invited to drop in between 1-4 p.m. for a hands-on art activity taught by a certified art teacher.
Sunday, Dec. 10: Second Sunday Docent Tour; Free
Join the KMA to learn from a trained docent about the KMA collection and exhibitions on view. The tour is 2-3 p.m.; arrive by 1:55 p.m. to join the tour.
Through Saturday, Dec. 30: Thorne Rooms Holiday Decorations; Free
The KMA’s Thorne Miniature Rooms collection has been meticulously installed with seasonal decorations thanks to the help of East Tennessee miniature artisans Annelle Ferguson and Jolie Gaston.
Through Sunday, Dec. 17: Volunteers at the KMA; Free
This special exhibition celebrates the creativity, passion, and creative contributions of the KMA Volunteer Corps.
Through Sunday, Jan 7: East Tennessee Regional Student Art Exhibition; Free
This annual, juried exhibition showcases the strength and diversity of art education programs in East Tennessee, celebrates talented middle and high school students, and supports arts education.
For additional information about these and other events, including the monthly Soundscapes concert series, visit https://knoxart.org/events/.
Knoxville Police say the man wanted in connection to a deadly shooting at Arbor Place Apartments has turned himself in.
Detectives obtained warrants charging 28 year-old Jesse Bailey Jr. with first-degree murder, two counts of attempted first-degree murder and other charges in Sunday morning’s shooting after 35-year-old Howard Jordan was found dead at the scene and two other people in the apartment were allegedly shot at by Bailey, Jr.
Knoxville, TN (WOKI) Knoxville Mayor Indya Kincannon invites you to attend her upcoming inauguration and the official swearing-in of those recently chosen in last month’s City of Knoxville election.
Mayor Kincannon’s inauguration will take place on Saturday, December 16 at 10:30 a.m. in the Main Assembly Room of the City-County Building at 400 W. Main Street.
Kincannon, City Council members Charlie Thomas, Lynne Fugate, Amelia Parker, Debbie Helsley, and newly elected City Judge Tyler Caviness will be sworn-in officially during the ceremony.
Kincannon won reelection in August, beating three other candidates, to serve another four years in office.
The ceremony will be hosted by Career Magnet Academy Senior William Mendoza.
After the swearing-in, a special City Council meeting will be held where Council members will select the next Vice-Mayor, Beer Board Chair, and Council’s Knoxville Transportation Authority representative.
A reception with light refreshments will be held in the breezeway after the meeting concludes.
To request language translation services during the inauguration, contact the City’s Human Resources Department at [email protected] or 865-215-3100. For disability accommodations, contact City ADA Coordinator Stephanie Brewer Cook at [email protected] or 865-215-2034.
Loudon County, TN (WOKI) The Loudon County Sheriff’s Office, investigating a stabbing Saturday, December 2 has made an arrest in the case.
Late Saturday night LCSO was searching for a stabbing suspect after a person was stabbed in the 100 block of Comer Private Way.
The suspect, identified as Dominic Comer, ran from the scene but was arrested early Sunday morning, December 3 in the 1700 block of Corinth Church Road. The victim, 67 year-old Donna Talent, who is Comer’s grandfather’s girlfriend, was taken to the hospital with life-threatening injuries.
Comer is charged with attempted murder and aggravated assault.
Updated story: Knoxville Police have identified the suspect and victim in a fatal shooting at Arbor Place Apartments and are asking for help to locate that suspect.
Homicide Unit detectives have obtained warrants charging Jesse Bailey Jr., 28 of Knoxville, Tenn., with first-degree murder, two counts of attempted first-degree murder and employing a firearm during the commission of a dangerous felony, stemming from the shooting on Sunday morning at the Arbor Place Apartments.
At around 10:45 a.m. on Sunday, December 3, 2023, Knoxville Police Department officers responded to the 700 block of Lula Powell Drive, where a man was found inside of an apartment in the complex suffering from at least one gunshot wound. The victim, identified as 35-year-old Howard Jordan of Knoxville, was pronounced dead at the scene.
Leads developed in the early stages of the investigation led to the identification of Jesse Bailey Jr., who was subsequently charged with Jordan’s murder and for allegedly shooting at two other individuals who were inside the apartment.
Bailey Jr. is not in custody at this time and efforts are ongoing to locate him. Anyone with information concerning his whereabouts is urged to contact East Tennessee Valley Crime Stoppers at 865-215-7165. Tipsters can remain anonymous and be eligible to receive a cash reward.
Bailey Jr. should be considered armed and dangerous.
Original Story: Knoxville Police are investigating a deadly shooting at Arbor Place Apartments.
Police were called to the 700 block of Lula Powell Drive yesterday (Sunday) for a shooting and officers found a man inside of an apartment who had been shot at least once. The victim was pronounced dead at the scene. The suspect reportedly left the scene prior to the arrival of officers.
Anyone with information is being asked to contact authorities.
