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Man Run over, Killed in Yard by Driver Firing Gun: Tipton Sheriff

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Man Run over, Killed in Yard by Driver Firing Gun: Tipton Sheriff

Coverage: 4 sources

MEMPHIS, Tenn. -- A Tipton County man allegedly hit and killed a man with his car while driving through the front yard of a home and firing a gun Friday morning. The Tipton County Sheriff's Office says Andrew E. Cates, 29, was taken into custody. His charges have not been released. Andrew E. Cates (Photo courtesy of the Tipton County Sheriff's Office) Reports say, at around 1:30 a.m., deputies arrived in the area of Turkey Scratch Road and Hazel…See the Story

Tipton County burglar escapes into woods, still at large

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Tipton County burglar escapes into woods, still at large

67% Center coverage: 3 sources

MEMPHIS, Tenn. -- Tipton County deputies and Atoka police are searching for a burglary suspect a woman says she encountered when she arrived home Tuesday night. Tipton County Sheriff Shannon Beasley said around 9 p.m., deputies responded to a burglary in progress in the 9000 block of Highway 51 in Brighton, near the Tipton County Landfill. Atoka Police officers said they were nearby when a homeowner flagged them down and stated that she had foun…See the Story

Third diesel thief arrested, accused of $63K in fraudulent sales

Covington, Tennessee · Covington

Third diesel thief arrested, accused of $63K in fraudulent sales

100% Center coverage: 1 sources

MEMPHIS, Tenn. -- A third suspect was arrested in connection with thousands of gallons of fraudulent diesel fuel sales worth $63,000, according to the Covington Police Department. Andre Davis, 30, was arrested Wednesday and had a warrant out for his arrest in January in connection with this theft. He was charged with theft of property over $1,000. Diesel thieves fuel up with $63K in fraudulent sales, police say On Dec. 3, 2024, police rece…Read Article

Tipton County detective honored by FBI for work on child exploitation case

100% Center coverage: 1 sources

MEMPHIS, Tenn. -- A Tipton County detective was honored by the Federal Bureau of Investigation for her work on a child sexual exploitation case in January. On June 4, FBI Supervisory Special Agent Taneka Harris Blacknell and other members of her team presented Detective Tonia Bruno a letter and certificate of appreciation. FBI honors Tipton County Detective Tonia Bruno. (Tipton County Sheriff Shannon Beasley) In a social media post describing th…FBI · Tipton County Read Article

Firefighter accused of domestic assault in Tipton County

100% Center coverage: 1 sources

MEMPHIS, Tenn. -- A Brighton firefighter was arrested after a domestic assault call on Tuesday, according to the Tipton County Sheriff's Office. Jerry Whiteside, 39, was charged with domestic assault and has a bond of $15,000. On May 20, at 7:25 p.m., deputies responded to a domestic assault call in the 1300 block of McWilliams Road. Jerry Whiteside_Mugshot_ Courtesy of Tipton County Sheriff's Office According to reports, a deputy arrived on the…Firefighters · Brighton Read Article

Convicted child abuser back in jail for same offense

100% Center coverage: 2 sources

MEMPHIS, Tenn. -- A man convicted of child abuse is now back behind bars for the same offense, according to the Tipton County Sheriff's Office. Christopher Blue, 47, is charged with aggravated child abuse. He is held in the Tipton County Jail on a $1,000,000 bond. Christopher Blue (Photo provided by: Tipton County Sheriff's Office) On March 29, deputies say they were called to a home in the 2000 block of Brighton Clopton Road around 7:30 p.m. r…Tipton County · Tipton County See the Story

Records show former Eanes ISD music teacher had nearly 9,000 videos/images of students

50% Left coverage: 6 sources

AUSTIN (KXAN) — A former elementary music teacher at Eanes Independent School District who was arrested in February on charges of Possession of Child Pornography is now being charged with Sexual Performance by Child under 14, according to court records. RELATED: Former Eanes ISD music teacher arrested in connection with online crimes against children Zachary Barnett was arrested and booked into the Williamson County Jail on Feb. 26 on thre…Munford · Munford See the Story

Covington police investigate hit-and-run that seriously injured 67-year-old man

67% Center coverage: 3 sources

A 67-year-old man is in critical but stable condition after a hit-and-run crash Wednesday evening, April 23, in Covington, the Covington Police Department (CPD) said.Covington, Tennessee · Covington See the Story

Plane makes emergency landing behind Covington, TN homes

100% Center coverage: 1 sources

MEMPHIS, Tenn. --- A plane reportedly made an emergency landing in Covington, Tennessee, on Saturday. According to the Tipton County Sheriff's Office, a small plane made an emergency landing in a field behind homes. Deputies, the Covington Fire Department, and emergency services responded. The sheriff's office says the pilot was located and is okay. Sheriff Shannon Beasley released a statement on the incident. We are thankful the pilot was able…Covington, Tennessee · Covington Read Article

18-year-old arrested for auto theft in Tipton County

100% Center coverage: 1 sources

MEMPHIS, Tenn. -- An 18-year-old is now in police custody after they say he stole a car in Atoka, Tennessee, Thursday afternoon. Atoka Police Department responded to a report of a stolen vehicle in the 300 block of Shannon Lane around 2:30 p.m. Shortly afterward, officers with the Brighton Police Department found the stolen vehicle near the intersection of Portersville Road and Old Highway 51. MPD: Man pays $10 for two houses in quit claim …Theft · Tipton County See the Story

Shooting at Covington apartments leads to multiple arrests

100% Center coverage: 2 sources

MEMPHIS, Tenn. -- Multiple people were arrested after a shooting at a Covington apartment complex over the weekend, according to the Covington Police Department. On Saturday, officers responded to reports of shots fired at the Broadmeadows Apartment Complex at 150 Peeler Road around 4 a.m. The CPD says no one was injured in the shooting, but a vehicle with multiple bullet holes was found on the scene, along with a large group of people gathering…Covington, Tennessee · Covington See the Story