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Douglas Paul Smith
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Hawkins County Sheriff's Office

Hawkins woman arrives home to find burglar in her basement

HCSO deputies confronted the susepct at his residence where he allegedly admitted to removing a window pain from the basement window of the woman's basement and taking a power washer valued at $150, a bucket containing several tools valued at $150, and several items of food from a freezer in the basement.

Yesterday at 1:36 PM
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Money

Police trying to ID Kingsport fraud suspect

The victim last had her debit card on Aug. 31 at Subway in Holston Valley Medical Center. Since then, fraudulent purchases have been made with the card at Kroger and Murphy's Express, with another attempt denied at Walmart.

Yesterday at 11:30 AM
Former police chief Mark Johnson greeted friends, well wishers and former co-workers during a reception to honor Johnson Thursday at the Senior Center. Johnson shakes hands with Mayor Dennis Deal as newly appointed chief Chad Mosely and Officer Dustin Dean look on.
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Church Hill Police Department

Video and photos: Former CHPD chief attributes resignation decision to 'political environment'

“The hardest part of my job has been it's political nature; specifically, trying to achieve law enforcement objectives while operating within an increasingly predominant political environment." — former CHPD Chief Mark Johnson

Sep 20, 2018 at 7:30 PM
Bobby Rachel, 73, is accused of intimidating juveniles at S. Holston Lake with a fake badge, a gun and other law enforcement equipment.
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Sullivan County Sheriff''s Office

Alleged police imposter accused of intimidating juveniles with badge and gun

Inside the vehicle the SCSO allegedly located flashing red and blue lights, a “Wildlife” stickers; and police - style radios were located, as well as a firearm and police-style badge which were discovered in the glove compartment.

Sep 20, 2018 at 6:37 PM
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crime

Suspects in stolen truck lead police on 100 mph pursuits

Police from multiple jurisdictions in Northeast Tennessee and Southwest Virginia attempted to chase down a stolen truck overnight and into Thursday morning, with the suspects eventually apprehended in Bristol, Va.

Sep 20, 2018 at 12:05 PM
John C. Autry
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crime

Kingsport inmate steals identity to escape jail

For the second time in just five weeks, an inmate at a local jail has escaped by pretending to be another prisoner.

Sep 20, 2018 at 9:41 AM
Although the attic suffered the most damage at the Lane Street home of Hezekiah and Edna Brown, there was also significant smoke and water damage where firefighters had to tear out the sheet rock ceiling to reach the flames. As a result, much of the couple's possessions were damaged or destroyed. CHFC David Wood said he suspects the fire started as an electrical fire on the back porch.
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Church Hill Fire Department

Smoke detectors probably saved Church Hill couple, chief says

Now the couple's neighbors are chipping in to help the couple rebuild their lives and they've started a "Gofundme" page to accept donations. Anyone who wants to make a contribution of cash or goods can also call neighbor Janet Keener at (423) 446-0162.

Sep 19, 2018 at 8:30 PM
New Church Hill Police Department Chief Chad Mosely
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Church Hill Police Department

Chad Mosely, 24-year CHPD veteran, named new chief

"From working shift work to taking over on day shift, it's a drastic change, but it's something I look forward to. I hope business continues as usual. I've learned so much by working under Mark. For my whole career I've worked with him and under him, and I've enjoyed it." — CHPD Chief Chad Mosely

Sep 19, 2018 at 5:30 PM
Brian Debusk and Savannah Fuller
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crime

Felons nabbed in 'chaotic' incident at Kingsport Target

A man who allegedly shot at deputies in Southwest Virginia was apprehended Tuesday night in Kingsport, but not before the van he and a woman occupied rammed vehicles at a shopping center, forcing police to pin them in with a squad car.

Sep 19, 2018 at 1:01 PM
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Probe of Kingsport child's death ongoing

KINGSPORT — More than six weeks after a 4-year-old child was found dead under reportedly suspicious circumstances, an investigation into the incident is continuing.

Sep 18, 2018 at 7:45 PM
Parlier, David -- Simple Assault Domestic Assault - Simple Qualls, Taylor Ann -- Domestic Assault - Simple Blizzard, Kristi -- Arrest for othe Agency / Warrant Arrest Vandalism Theft From Building STOLEN PROPERTY (RECEIVING OR CONCEALING) TO WHIT: MOTOR VEHICLE OVER 10 0 Davis, Zechariah -- Unlawful Drug Paraphernalia Driving on Cancelled Suspended Revoked Fugitive from Justice for Crime in Another State Poss Firearm During Comm/Attempt To Commit Dangerous Felony Failure to Comply w/ Financial Responsibility Illegal Transfer Of Auto Registration To Avoid Law Manuf/Del/Sell Controlled Substance
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Arrested

Arrested: Kingsport mugshots, Sept. 10 - 16

Individuals recently booked into the Kingsport city jail. All suspects are innocent unless proven guilty in a court of law.

Sep 18, 2018 at 3:15 PM
josborne
Sullivan County Commission

Your two cents worth: School resource officers on the way for all Sullivan County Schools

Nearly $1 million in startup funding will come from the county’s general fund surplus, but an estimated $757,000 in recurring yearly costs will have to be funded in years to come.

Sep 18, 2018 at 8:43 AM
Lisa Renee Holt
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Hawkins County Sheriff's Office

Grandmother arrested for allegedly giving 9-year-old a bloody nose

Deputy Michael Godsey stated in his report that he observed blood on the boy's lips and blood marks on his nose. The boy reportedly stated that his grandmother had punched him four-five times in the nose.

Sep 17, 2018 at 9:00 PM
CRABTREE, BRANDON JUSTIN -- 2ND - --VIOLATION OF FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY - -- DRIVING WHILE POSSESSION OF METHAMPHETAM - -- WITH INTENT TO DELIVER - -- : POSS OF DRUG PARAPHERNALIA CORKER, SHANE THOMAS -- EVADING ARREST FELONY BY MOTOR VEHICLE - --RECKLESS DRIVING - -- SPEEDING 21MILE OVER LIMIT - --THEFT OF PROPERTY OVER 1000.00 - -- DOMESTIC ASSAULT BOYD, MATTHEW ORIOON -- AGGRAVATED BURGLARY - -THEFT OF PROPERTY OVER 1000.00 - -- Bond: 0 Court Date: 10/29/2018 Time: 01:00 LEAVING THE SCENE OF AN ACCIDENT - -- FAILURE TO EXERCISE DUE CARE - -- REGISTRATION MUST BE CARRIED - -- VIOLATION OF FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY GILLIAM, EILA LASHAY -- AGGRAVATED BURGLARY - --THEFT OVER 1000.00
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Arrested

Arrested: Hawkins County mugshots

Individuals booked into the Hawkins County jail Sept. 3 - 9. All suspects are innocent unless proven guilty in a court of law.

Updated Sep 17, 2018 at 3:27 PM
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Federal court

Former Rogersville carrier pleading guilty in mail theft case

During a two month period, prosecutors say Shawn Ice stole five package of prescription medication meant for residents on his mail route. The former carrier said he stole package of Hydrocodone for his addiction.

Sep 17, 2018 at 10:03 AM
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