Sevierville Police Investigating Carjacking Incident, Three Suspects At-Large

Sevierville Police Investigating Carjacking Incident, Three Suspects At-Large

Sevierville, TN (WOKI) Three suspects remain at-large following an alleged carjacking incident Sunday night in Sevierville.

Sevierville Police Department officials say officers responded to a reported carjacking around 10:15 p.m. at the Clarian Pointe Hotel at 1020 Parkway.

SPD says witnesses stated that three black males, one wearing a mask, approached their vehicle. The occupants were ordered at gunpoint to exit the vehicle, a 2024 Lincoln Aviator, and the suspects then fled in that car which was found by police later in the evening abandoned near Crossville, Tennessee.

(Courtesy: Sevierville Police Department)

SPD adds the suspects had abandoned a disabled Jeep Cherokee at the carjacking scene; that vehicle was the subject of an earlier BOLO (“Be On Lookout”) to area law enforcement agencies by the Pigeon Forge Police Department, in regard to traveling at excessive speeds in Pigeon Forge.

(Courtesy: Sevierville Police Department)

The investigation is ongoing.

Police are asking anyone with information regarding this incident to call SPD Detective Krista Weaver at 865-453-1751.

Police Investigating Deadly Stabbing in North Knoxville

Police Investigating Deadly Stabbing in North Knoxville

Knoxville, TN (WOKI) Knoxville Police are investigating a deadly stabbing in North Knoxville.

Knoxville Police Department officials say officers were called around 8:40 a.m. Monday to a home in the 400 block of E. Oldham Avenue to investigate a stabbing. They found a woman who had been stabbed at least one time who was taken to the hospital where she was pronounced dead.

KPD says homicide detectives have strong leads, but a suspect has not yet been arrested or charged.

Knoxville Fire Department is Investigating the Cause of an Early Morning House Fire

Knoxville Fire Department is Investigating the Cause of an Early Morning House Fire

The Knoxville Fire Department is investigating a house fire in Northwest Knoxville.

Crews called to the 3200 block of Dewine Road this morning. The home has suffered heavy fire damage to the attic space and moderate smoke and water damage.

The home had working smoke detectors. However, the detectors did not alert the occupants because there was little to no smoke inside the home at the time of the fire.

No injuries reported.

TBI and Grainger County Sheriff’s Office Asking for Help to Find Man Wanted in Double Homicide
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TBI and Grainger County Sheriff’s Office Asking for Help to Find Man Wanted in Double Homicide

Charges are filed and the search for the man accused in a double homicide in Morristown is underway with the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation and Grainger County Sheriff’s Office asking for your help.

The investigation began in May into the deaths of 49-year-old Jon Atkins and 32-year-old Deven McDaniel, whose bodies were discovered along Rocky Springs Road in Bean Station.

34-year-old Aaron White has been identified as the person responsible for killing the pair and he is charged with two counts of criminal homicide.

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

TBI Silver Alert for Missing Sevierville Man has Ended

TBI Silver Alert for Missing Sevierville Man has Ended

UPDATED STORY: The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation says the Silver Alert for missing 60 year-old Mark Harrington from Sevierville has ended. He was found safe today after being reported missing yesterday (Sunday).

Original story: The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation has issued a Silver Alert for a missing man out of Sevierville.

60 year-old Mark Harrington was reported missing yesterday (Sunday) and was last seen in the area of Walters State Community College on Old Newport Highway.  The Knox County Sheriff’s Office has been assisting with use of a helicopter. The Sevier County EMA has issued a Code Red alert to the Sevier County area as well.

He was wearing a green button down shirt, dark blue jeans and tan shoes and has a medical condition that may impair his ability to return safely without assistance.  Please call 1-800-TBI-FIND if you have any information.

Seven People Arrested on Various Drug and Theft Charges in Campbell County

Seven People Arrested on Various Drug and Theft Charges in Campbell County

The Campbell County Sheriff’s Office says seven people are arrested after drugs were found in a Jacksboro home.

CCSO executed a narcotics search warrant at a home on Smith Oaks Lane and found evidence that led to the arrest of Mark Daughterty, Brendon Kingensmith, Kristina Lovett, David Nelson, Brian and Corey Overton and Anthony Sammons all charged with various theft and drug paraphernalia charges.

  • 48-year-old Mark Daugherty – Charged with possession of drug paraphernalia and theft over $2,500.
  • 31-year-old Brendon Klingensmith – Charged with violation of probation.
  • 50-year-old Kristina Lovett – Charged with possession of drug paraphernalia and theft over $2,500.
  • 40-year-old David Nelson – Charged with capias/bench warrant.
  • 48-year-old Brian Overton – Charged with possession of drug paraphernalia and theft over $2,500.
  • 46-year-old Corey Overton – Charged with possession of drug paraphernalia and theft over $2,500.
  • 28-year-old Anthony Sammons – Charged with possession of drug paraphernalia and theft over $2,500.
Knoxville Police Arrest Suspect in Western Avenue Bank Robbery
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Knoxville Police Arrest Suspect in Western Avenue Bank Robbery

Knoxville Police have arrested a bank robbery suspect.

Officers responded to the City Employees Credit Union on Western Avenue Friday afternoon after 51 year-old Robert Whipple reportedly passed the teller a note demanding money.  

Officers spotted Whipple in a U-Haul cargo van during their investigation Friday night.  He eluded officers in the downtown area but police pursued the van until it became disabled on Millertown Pike at Washington Pike.

Whipple is charged with robbery and felony evading arrest among other charges.  This comes only a year after Whipple was sentenced to prison for a string of bank robberies he committed in March 2020.   He was sentenced to 70 months in prison in February 2023.

A Man is Charged in Accident Which Shuts Down Alcoa Highway for Hours, Injuring Two
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A Man is Charged in Accident Which Shuts Down Alcoa Highway for Hours, Injuring Two

Alcoa Police are investigating a pursuit which ended in a crash that injures two people and shuts down Aloca Highway for hours.

Officers witnessed a reckless driver in an older model Maxima speeding on Hall Road near Texas Roadhouse. Another officer spotted the car speeding near Lois Lane and said the driver was displaying signs of being impaired.

The driver underestimated a curve on Alcoa Highway at Rivertrace Boulevard and rear-ended a commercial box van, causing it to overturn and hit the bridge wall. The driver of the Maxima, 41-year-old Jerome Robinson, was taken to the hospital in critical but stable condition.  Warrants are issued against Robinson for driving on a revoked license for DUI, speeding, reckless endangerment, evading arrest, vehicular assault and driving under the influence.

JCPD: Long-time Jefferson City Police Department Employee killed in Wreck

JCPD: Long-time Jefferson City Police Department Employee killed in Wreck

Jefferson City, TN (WOKI) The Jefferson City Police Department is mourning the loss of a veteran employee who died Thursday following a car accident.

JCPD officials say the accident happened on Highway 11E near North Chucky Pike.

They say Marilyn Jones, a records technician for 40 years, was killed after hitting a pickup truck. According to authorities, the pickup truck driver suffered minor injuries.

JCPD says Jones retired several years ago but stayed on as a part-time technician in the years since.

The crash remains under investigation.

Dog Euthanized after Attacking, Killing 6-Week-Old Child: Young-Williams

Dog Euthanized after Attacking, Killing 6-Week-Old Child: Young-Williams

Knoxville, TN (WOKI) The Young-Williams Animal Center announcing Friday it has put down the dog that killed a six-week old child last month.

The center had custody of the dog following the attack on 6-week-old Ezra Mansoor who was taking a nap in his crib when the family’s Husky attacked out of nowhere.

The family says they had the dog for eight years, and there was no history of aggression.

Young Williams says the Knox County Sheriff’s Office recommended the dog be euthanized.

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Sevierville Police Investigating Carjacking Incident, Three Suspects At-Large

Sevierville Police Investigating Carjacking Incident, Three Suspects At-Large

Sevierville, TN (WOKI) Three suspects remain at-large following an alleged carjacking incident Sunday night in Sevierville. Sevierville Police Department officials say officers responded to a reported carjacking around 10:15 p.m. at the Clarian Pointe Hotel at 1020 Parkway. SPD says witnesses stated that three black males, one wearing a mask, approached their vehicle. The occupants…Continue Reading

Police Investigating Deadly Stabbing in North Knoxville

Police Investigating Deadly Stabbing in North Knoxville

Knoxville, TN (WOKI) Knoxville Police are investigating a deadly stabbing in North Knoxville. Knoxville Police Department officials say officers were called around 8:40 a.m. Monday to a home in the 400 block of E. Oldham Avenue to investigate a stabbing. They found a woman who had been stabbed at least one time who was taken to…Continue Reading

Knoxville Fire Department is Investigating the Cause of an Early Morning House Fire

Knoxville Fire Department is Investigating the Cause of an Early Morning House Fire

The Knoxville Fire Department is investigating a house fire in Northwest Knoxville. Crews called to the 3200 block of Dewine Road this morning. The home has suffered heavy fire damage to the attic space and moderate smoke and water damage. The home had working smoke detectors. However, the detectors did not alert the occupants because…Continue Reading

TBI and Grainger County Sheriff’s Office Asking for Help to Find Man Wanted in Double Homicide
Photo courtesy of WVLT

TBI and Grainger County Sheriff’s Office Asking for Help to Find Man Wanted in Double Homicide

Charges are filed and the search for the man accused in a double homicide in Morristown is underway with the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation and Grainger County Sheriff’s Office asking for your help. The investigation began in May into the deaths of 49-year-old Jon Atkins and 32-year-old Deven McDaniel, whose bodies were discovered along Rocky…Continue Reading

TBI Silver Alert for Missing Sevierville Man has Ended

TBI Silver Alert for Missing Sevierville Man has Ended

UPDATED STORY: The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation says the Silver Alert for missing 60 year-old Mark Harrington from Sevierville has ended. He was found safe today after being reported missing yesterday (Sunday). Original story: The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation has issued a Silver Alert for a missing man out of Sevierville. 60 year-old Mark Harrington…Continue Reading

Seven People Arrested on Various Drug and Theft Charges in Campbell County

Seven People Arrested on Various Drug and Theft Charges in Campbell County

The Campbell County Sheriff’s Office says seven people are arrested after drugs were found in a Jacksboro home. CCSO executed a narcotics search warrant at a home on Smith Oaks Lane and found evidence that led to the arrest of Mark Daughterty, Brendon Kingensmith, Kristina Lovett, David Nelson, Brian and Corey Overton and Anthony Sammons…Continue Reading

Knoxville Police Arrest Suspect in Western Avenue Bank Robbery
Photo courtesy of WVLT

Knoxville Police Arrest Suspect in Western Avenue Bank Robbery

Knoxville Police have arrested a bank robbery suspect. Officers responded to the City Employees Credit Union on Western Avenue Friday afternoon after 51 year-old Robert Whipple reportedly passed the teller a note demanding money.   Officers spotted Whipple in a U-Haul cargo van during their investigation Friday night.  He eluded officers in the downtown area but…Continue Reading

A Man is Charged in Accident Which Shuts Down Alcoa Highway for Hours, Injuring Two
Photo Courtesy TDOT Smartway Camera

A Man is Charged in Accident Which Shuts Down Alcoa Highway for Hours, Injuring Two

Alcoa Police are investigating a pursuit which ended in a crash that injures two people and shuts down Aloca Highway for hours. Officers witnessed a reckless driver in an older model Maxima speeding on Hall Road near Texas Roadhouse. Another officer spotted the car speeding near Lois Lane and said the driver was displaying signs…Continue Reading

JCPD: Long-time Jefferson City Police Department Employee killed in Wreck

JCPD: Long-time Jefferson City Police Department Employee killed in Wreck

Jefferson City, TN (WOKI) The Jefferson City Police Department is mourning the loss of a veteran employee who died Thursday following a car accident. JCPD officials say the accident happened on Highway 11E near North Chucky Pike. They say Marilyn Jones, a records technician for 40 years, was killed after hitting a pickup truck. According…Continue Reading

Dog Euthanized after Attacking, Killing 6-Week-Old Child: Young-Williams

Dog Euthanized after Attacking, Killing 6-Week-Old Child: Young-Williams

Knoxville, TN (WOKI) The Young-Williams Animal Center announcing Friday it has put down the dog that killed a six-week old child last month. The center had custody of the dog following the attack on 6-week-old Ezra Mansoor who was taking a nap in his crib when the family’s Husky attacked out of nowhere. The family…Continue Reading