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Kingsport Police Department
200 Shelby Street • Kingsport, TN 37660 ThomasMPatton • 423-229-9433 (Desk) • 423-224-2786 (FAX) |
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| NEWS RELEASE | |||
| SUBJECT: | Kingsport Police Searching for Missing Endangered Adult | ||
| DATE: | January 28, 2016 | ||
| CASE #: | 16-001827 | ||
| GENERAL NARRATIVE | |||
| The Kingsport Police Department is requesting assistance from the public in locating a missing and potentially endangered adult. On January 27, 2016, Christopher A. West was reported missing by his sister. She stated that he had been out of contact with friends and family since December 1, 2015 and that this was very out of character for him.
Further investigation by the K.P.D. Criminal Investigations Division revealed that Mr. West had been inactive on social media since mid-December; however, he was actually last seen on the evening of Christmas Day, December 25, 2015. A female acquaintance reported that Mr. West left her residence at Holly Hills Apartments #53, located at 3613 Watterson Street in Kingsport, that evening to run an errand, but he never returned, and she has had no contact with him since. Mr. West often goes by the nickname of “Smurf.” He is described as a small-statured 39 year old white male. He is approximately 5 feet 6 inches in height and weighs roughly 160 pounds. He has short brown hair in a “buzz” or “crew” cut and brown eyes. He has a thin mustache and goatee and a large blue rose tattoo in the center of the back of his neck. He does not currently have a permanent home address and Detectives do not have any information regarding his clothing or means of transportation. Based upon some additional reliable information relayed to Detectives during the course of the investigation, there is significant cause to be concerned for his safety and general welfare. The specific details of this information are being withheld at this time. A photograph of Mr. West has been included in this release. He has been entered into N.C.I.C. as a missing endangered person. Anyone who sees him or knows his whereabouts, or who may have any additional information which may assist with this investigation is asked to contact Detectives at 423-229-9429 or call Kingsport Central Dispatch at 423-246-9111. Alternatively, if an individual who is able to supply information related to this or any other case wishes not to be identified, tips can be submitted anonymously via online “Citizen Feedback” forms available at the following link: |
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| MISSING ENDANGERED PERSON INFORMATION | |
| Name | Christopher A. West |
| Nickname | “Smurf” |
| Age | 39 Years of Age |
| Gender/Race | Male/White |
| Height/
Weight |
5 feet 6 inches
160 pounds |
| Hair/
Eyes |
Short Brown Hair in a “Buzz” or “Crew” Cut
Brown Eyes |
| Facial Hair | Thin Mustache and Goatee |
| Other
Identifiers |
Large Blue Rose Tattoo in Center of the Back of his Neck |
| Last Point of Contact | Evening of December 25, 2015
Holly Hills Apartments #53 3613 Watterson Street Kingsport, TN |
| RELEASING OFFICER | ||
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Thomas M. Patton, Public Information Officer
Kingsport Police Department Professional Standards Unit |
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Kingsport Police Department
200 Shelby Street • Kingsport, TN 37660
ThomasMPatton • 423-229-9433 (Desk) • 423-224-2786 (FAX)
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| NEWS RELEASE | |||
| SUBJECT: | Kingsport Police Searching for Missing Endangered Adult | ||
| DATE: | January 28, 2016 | ||
| CASE #: | 16-001827 | ||
| GENERAL NARRATIVE | |||
| The Kingsport Police Department is requesting assistance from the public in locating a missing and potentially endangered adult. On January 27, 2016, Christopher A. West was reported missing by his sister. She stated that he had been out of contact with friends and family since December 1, 2015 and that this was very out of character for him.
Further investigation by the K.P.D. Criminal Investigations Division revealed that Mr. West had been inactive on social media since mid-December; however, he was actually last seen on the evening of Christmas Day, December 25, 2015. A female acquaintance reported that Mr. West left her residence at Holly Hills Apartments #53, located at 3613 Watterson Street in Kingsport, that evening to run an errand, but he never returned, and she has had no contact with him since. Mr. West often goes by the nickname of “Smurf.” He is described as a small-statured 39 year old white male. He is approximately 5 feet 6 inches in height and weighs roughly 160 pounds. He has short brown hair in a “buzz” or “crew” cut and brown eyes. He has a thin mustache and goatee and a large blue rose tattoo in the center of the back of his neck. He does not currently have a permanent home address and Detectives do not have any information regarding his clothing or means of transportation. Based upon some additional reliable information relayed to Detectives during the course of the investigation, there is significant cause to be concerned for his safety and general welfare. The specific details of this information are being withheld at this time. A photograph of Mr. West has been included in this release. He has been entered into N.C.I.C. as a missing endangered person. Anyone who sees him or knows his whereabouts, or who may have any additional information which may assist with this investigation is asked to contact Detectives at 423-229-9429 or call Kingsport Central Dispatch at 423-246-9111. Alternatively, if an individual who is able to supply information related to this or any other case wishes not to be identified, tips can be submitted anonymously via online “Citizen Feedback” forms available at the following link: |
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| MISSING ENDANGERED PERSON INFORMATION | |
| Name | Christopher A. West |
| Nickname | “Smurf” |
| Age | 39 Years of Age |
| Gender/Race | Male/White |
| Height/
Weight
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5 feet 6 inches
160 pounds |
| Hair/
Eyes
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Short Brown Hair in a “Buzz” or “Crew” Cut
Brown Eyes |
| Facial Hair | Thin Mustache and Goatee |
| Other
Identifiers
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Large Blue Rose Tattoo in Center of the Back of his Neck |
| Last Point of Contact | Evening of December 25, 2015
Holly Hills Apartments #53 3613 Watterson Street Kingsport, TN |
| RELEASING OFFICER | ||
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Thomas M. Patton, Public Information Officer
Kingsport Police Department Professional Standards Unit |
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KINGSPORT – KATS will be hosting its FREE FEBRUARY promotion in February, offering FREE RIDES ALL MONTH LONG ON TRANSIT BUSES AS WELL AS A FREE TICKETBOOK GIVEN TO DIAL-A-RIDE 65/ADA PASSENGERS WHO RIDE IN THE MONTH OF FEBRUARY (one 24-count ticket book per registered rider). KATS is located at 109 Clay Street.
Kats launched their newly renovated routes on Monday, January 25th. Some of the routes were slightly altered while others were dramatically changed in order to serve the community more efficiently and safely. Transit Director Gary Taylor stated that Free February will be the perfect time for seasoned riders as well as newcomers to become acquainted with all of the routes at no cost to them. With the snow and ice encountered in January, we thought it would be a perfect time to offer this promotion, since we had to alter hours and shut down service on a couple of those days.‚ We really hope to encourage new ridership during this time.
In a continued effort to highlight the many benefits of public transportation, KATS will be offering a series of monthly specials for the 2016 upcoming year. Many people enjoyed our Just Because January promotion which just took place during the month of January.‚ Stay tuned each month to see what will be offered! Make sure you take advantage of these deals, and tell your friends and family members. You can learn more about KATS at www.kingsporttransit.org.
WHAT: FREE FEBRUARY KATS February Promotion
WHERE: Route buses and Dial-A-Ride van service
WHEN: February 1, 2016-February 29, 2016
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Kingsport Police Department
200 Shelby Street • Kingsport, TN 37660 ThomasMPatton • 423-229-9433 (Desk) • 423-224-2786 (FAX) |
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| NEWS RELEASE | |||
| SUBJECT: | K.P.D. Searching for Felony Shoplifter Who Concealed Loot in Suitcase | ||
| DATE: | January 27, 2016 | ||
| CASE #: | 15-027448 | ||
| GENERAL NARRATIVE | |||
| On December 19, 2015 at approximately 6:30 AM, an unknown suspect shoplifted over $750 in merchandise from Wal-Mart, located at 2500 West Stone Drive in Kingsport. The suspect concealed the merchandise in a large wheeled suitcase, which he then rolled out the door. Among the stolen items inside the suitcase were power tools, a video baby monitor, motorcycle gloves, flashlights, makeup, lithium batteries, and fishing line.
The incident was captured on store surveillance video. The suspect appears to be a white male adult, and he fled the scene in what appears to be a red, compact, 4-door sedan with a sunroof. Several photographs of the suspect and his vehicle, taken from surveillance footage, have been included in this release. Anyone who recognizes him or his vehicle, or who may have any additional information which may help with this investigation, is asked to contact Detectives in the K.P.D. Criminal Investigations Division at 423-229-9429 or call Kingsport Central Dispatch at 423-246-9111. Alternatively, if an individual who is able to supply information related to this or any other case wishes not to be identified, tips can be submitted anonymously via online “Citizen Feedback” forms available at the following link: |
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| RELEASING OFFICER | ||
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Thomas M. Patton, Public Information Officer
Kingsport Police Department Professional Standards Unit |
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Kingsport Police Department
200 Shelby Street • Kingsport, TN 37660
ThomasMPatton • 423-229-9433 (Desk) • 423-224-2786 (FAX)
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| NEWS RELEASE | |||
| SUBJECT: | K.P.D. Searching for Felony Shoplifter Who Concealed Loot in Suitcase | ||
| DATE: | January 27, 2016 | ||
| CASE #: | 15-027448 | ||
| GENERAL NARRATIVE | |||
| On December 19, 2015 at approximately 6:30 AM, an unknown suspect shoplifted over $750 in merchandise from Wal-Mart, located at 2500 West Stone Drive in Kingsport. The suspect concealed the merchandise in a large wheeled suitcase, which he then rolled out the door. Among the stolen items inside the suitcase were power tools, a video baby monitor, motorcycle gloves, flashlights, makeup, lithium batteries, and fishing line.
The incident was captured on store surveillance video. The suspect appears to be a white male adult, and he fled the scene in what appears to be a red, compact, 4-door sedan with a sunroof. Several photographs of the suspect and his vehicle, taken from surveillance footage, have been included in this release. Anyone who recognizes him or his vehicle, or who may have any additional information which may help with this investigation, is asked to contact Detectives in the K.P.D. Criminal Investigations Division at 423-229-9429 or call Kingsport Central Dispatch at 423-246-9111. Alternatively, if an individual who is able to supply information related to this or any other case wishes not to be identified, tips can be submitted anonymously via online “Citizen Feedback” forms available at the following link: |
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| RELEASING OFFICER | ||
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Thomas M. Patton, Public Information Officer
Kingsport Police Department Professional Standards Unit
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