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A pet zebra named Ed, who escaped in Rutherford County, Tennessee, after being missing for over a week, was successfully captured and returned to its owners with the help of local authorities and wildlife agencies, turning into a local celebrity during its time on the run.
A Rutherford County man has been arrested in connection to the case of a missing seven-year-old girl, Iris Crum, who was found safe in Texas after a dayslong search. The girl was believed to be in the company of her non-custodial mother, Khaila Czereda, and her husband, Ethan Czereda, was charged with felony aggravated kidnapping, accessory after the fact, and false report/information to officers. Khaila Czereda was taken into custody on charges of felony child abduction and custodial interference. Authorities expressed gratitude to law enforcement and the public for their assistance in locating Iris.
A 19-year-old teenager died in a head-on crash on I-24 in Rutherford County, Tennessee, after her Nissan Altima crossed over the median and struck another vehicle. The crash closed the westbound side of the interstate and resulted in injuries to the other driver. The interstate reopened to westbound travel after the investigation.
A 19-year-old teenager died in a head-on crash on I-24 in Rutherford County, Tennessee, after her Nissan Altima crossed over the median and struck another vehicle. The driver of the other vehicle, 50-year-old Joe Hale, sustained injuries. The interstate was closed for investigation and reopened to westbound travel at 8:25 a.m.
An active police incident is taking place in Rutherford County, specifically at Stones River Road and Lake Forest Drive in LaVergne. Residents are advised to avoid the area. Vanderbilt University Medical Center staff reported a LifeFlight being brought in during an officer-involved shooting, although it is unclear if the two incidents are related at this time.
One person has died and two first responders were injured in a house fire in Rutherford County, Tennessee. The fire, which occurred on Friday night, engulfed a manufactured home and was attended by multiple emergency response teams. The victim's identity is yet to be confirmed, and the cause of the fire is under investigation.
Misty Danielle Collins has been arrested for causing extensive damage to a funeral home in Rutherford County, South Carolina. She uprooted potted plants, broke property lighting and a security camera, bathed using a water hose, and destroyed windows in the garage and storage building. Collins is currently in custody on unrelated charges and will be extradited to face charges of breaking and entering, misdemeanor larceny, and injury to real property.
Severe weather has caused significant damage to homes and businesses across Rutherford County, with the Kittrell area being the most affected. Ten homes have been destroyed and 30 others have been damaged. Two people were rescued from a collapsed structure and taken to a hospital. Crews are working to clear roads and restore electricity.
A tornado tore through Rutherford County, Tennessee, causing damage to at least 30 homes and destroying 10 homes. Emergency management crews are responding to several weather-related calls, with most calls reported in the Eagleville and Readyville areas. The Kitrell area received the most damage, with reports of people trapped in collapsed homes. Two individuals were taken to a local hospital for minor injuries. The Red Cross has set up a shelter for people who are displaced or need storm-related assistance.
A Rutherford County Sheriff's deputy was shot and injured by a suspect wanted for shooting three people in Virginia. The suspect, Tiye Adam Washington II, was killed in a shootout with officers. The injured deputy underwent surgery and is recovering. The shooting occurred near where Washington's car was found, and the scene remained active hours later. The suspect was considered armed and dangerous, and law enforcement had been in the area searching for him.
Tiye Washington II, a suspect in a Henrico County shooting that left three people with life-threatening injuries, has died in a shooting in Rutherford County, North Carolina, which also left a sheriff's deputy injured. Washington was wanted by authorities and was said to possibly be in the southeast area of the county. The shooting in Henrico was suspected to be domestic-related and isolated to a single-family home.
A deputy was shot and a homicide suspect was killed during a manhunt in Rutherford County. The suspect was wanted in connection with a homicide investigation. The deputy was taken to the hospital and is expected to recover. The manhunt lasted several hours before the suspect was located and killed.
An Amber Alert for 3-year-old Malakai Blake Greene, who was taken by his mother Alyssa Greene in violation of a court order, has been canceled after the child was located in Oakboro, Stanly County. Charges against Alyssa Greene will be released at a later date.