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"Revealed: Video Footage of Deputy Shooting and Suspect's Alleged Involvement"

The Blount County Sheriff’s Office released body camera footage of a traffic stop that ended in a shooting, resulting in the death of Deputy Greg McCowan and injury of Deputy Shelby Eggers. The video shows the deputies pulling over suspect Kenneth DeHart, who refused a search of his vehicle and ultimately fired shots at the deputies, leading to the tragic outcome. The suspect, DeHart, was later captured and charged with first degree murder, attempted first degree murder, and felon in possession of a weapon. Three others have been charged with aiding DeHart, and a memorial fund has been set up for Deputy McCowan’s family.

via WATE 6 On Your Side|

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law-enforcement1 year ago•3 min saved

"Revealed: Bodycam Footage and Suspect's Actions in Deputy Greg McCowan's Death"

The Blount County Sheriff’s Office released body camera footage of the traffic stop that led to Deputy Greg McCowan’s death and the injuring of Deputy Shelby Eggers. The footage shows the moments leading to the stop, the confrontation with Kenneth DeHart, and the subsequent shooting. DeHart fired shots at the deputies, killing McCowan and injuring Eggers, before fleeing the scene. The video also captures Eggers returning fire, applying a tourniquet to herself, and calling for help, as well as the arrival of backup and the assistance provided to the injured deputies.

via WVLT|

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law-enforcement1 year ago•1 min saved

Blount County Sheriff's Office Intensifies Search for Shooting Suspect in Wildwood Area

The Blount County Sheriff’s Office announced a non-tactical ground search in the Wildwood area near Maryville, Tennessee, prompting a large law enforcement presence, although it's unclear if it's related to the search for a suspect charged with shooting and killing a BCSO deputy. Residents were reassured that there was no need for alarm, and the sheriff’s office urged those in the area to be aware of the situation.

via WATE 6 On Your Side|

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crime2 years ago•1 min saved

Arrest made in fatal hit-and-run crash.

A Knoxville man, Jeremy Shaun Valentine, has been arrested and charged with leaving the scene of an accident with an injury, which is a felony, after being suspected in a deadly hit-and-run in Seymour. The crash happened on May 14, and the victim, Charles R. Clark, died from his injuries on Wednesday. The Blount County Sheriff's Office identified the vehicle, a late model Dodge Ram pick-up truck, and then Valentine as the owner of the vehicle. Deputies arrested Valentine Friday evening and also found his damaged truck at an autobody shop in Knoxville.

via WATE 6 On Your Side|

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