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KPD e-News Release: Several Suspects in Custody in Connection with Multiple Kingsport Motor Vehicle Thefts

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Kingsport Police Department

200 Shelby Street • Kingsport, TN 37660

ThomasMPatton • 423-229-9433 (Desk) • 423-224-2786 (FAX)

http://Police.KingsportTN.gov • www.KingsportPDBlog.com

NEWS RELEASE
SUBJECT: Several Suspects in Custody in Connection with Multiple Kingsport Motor Vehicle Thefts
DATE: January 30, 2017
CASE #: 17-000907 (Stolen Ford Mustang)

17-001529 (Stolen Mazda Six)

17-001532 (Recovered Ford Mustang/Arrest for Other Agency)

17-001533 (Recovered Ford Mustang/New KPD Charges)

17-001857 (Stolen Mercedes E430)

17-002100 (Stolen/Recovered Toyota Corolla)

17-002162 (Recovered Toyota Corolla/Arrest for Other Agency)

SCSO 201701-1076 (Recovered Mercedes/New SCSO Charges)
GENERAL NARRATIVE
Five suspects are in custody in connection with four recent motor vehicle thefts in the City of Kingsport.

On January 12, 2017 at approximately 1:00 PM, a 2006 Ford Mustang was stolen from a residence in the 1600 block of West Sullivan Street. The victim reported that two unknown suspects had asked him to borrow his vehicle, but when he declined, they got into his car and drove away anyway. At the time of the theft, the vehicle was unlocked with the keys in the ignition.

Ten days later on January 22, 2017 at approximately 7:30 AM, Kingsport Police Patrol Officers located the stolen Mustang in the parking lot of Wal-Mart Neighborhood Market, located at 750 Lynn Garden Drive. James and Chelcee Cheruk (husband and wife) were asleep in the vehicle.

Not only were the Cheruks in the stolen Mustang, but they were also in possession of a handgun and unlawful drug paraphernalia. It was further determined that Mr. Cheruk was a convicted felon and was also wanted on a pre-existing outstanding warrant. Both were arrested and transported to the Kingsport City Jail.

On January 22, 2017 at approximately 3:30 AM, a 2003 Mazda Six was stolen from the owner in an apparent carjacking incident somewhere in Downtown Kingsport. The victim reported meeting a female suspect, later identified as Lauren Elizabeth Paugh, on FaceBook, and the two arranged to meet in person.

Ms. Paugh got into the victim’s car and instructed him to drive to a gas station at which point two male suspects got into the back seat. Somewhere in the Downtown Kingsport area, they instructed him to stop the car, demanded that he hand over his pocket knife and cell phone, and ordered him out of the vehicle. The trio drove away in the Mazda.

One of the male suspects in this incident has been identified as the already mentioned James Cheruk while the identity of the other male suspect remains under investigation. Mr. Cheruk and Ms. Paugh have both been charged in this incident. The Mazda was later recovered after being wrecked and abandoned in Bristol.

On January 25, 2017 at approximately 9:15 PM, a 2001 Mercedes E430 was stolen from the owner in an apparent carjacking incident in the vicinity of Cloud Apartments, located in the 1200 block of Reedy Place. The exact circumstances of this incident remain under investigation.

The following evening on January 26, 2017 at approximately 5:00 PM, Deputies from the Sullivan County Sheriff’s Office located the stolen Mercedes traveling along Highway 394 in their jurisdiction. The driver, later identified as Michael R. Goins, was eventually apprehended following an extensive vehicle pursuit, foot chase, and manhunt.

Mr. Goins has been charged by the Sullivan County Sheriff’s Office with 1) Felony Evading Arrest, 2) Felony Reckless Endangerment, 3) Felony Possession of a Stolen Vehicle, 4) Driving on a Suspended License, 5) Reckless Driving, 6) Speeding (in excess of 100 mph in a 45 mph zone), and 7) Passing a Stop Sign (2 counts).

On January 28, 2017 at approximately 5:00 PM, a 2008 Toyota Corolla was reported stolen. The victim reported that he had initially loaned the car to a woman who never returned it. Kingsport Police Patrol Officers later observed the Toyota being driven by an unidentified male suspect and initiated a traffic stop; however, the driver successfully fled in the vehicle.

The following day on January 29, 2017 at approximately 4:00 AM, the Toyota was recovered at Dogwood Terrace Apartments, located at 1921 Bowater Drive in Kingsport. At the time it was recovered, the previously mentioned Chelcee Cheruk and a male suspect, later identified as Larry M. Palladino, were standing in opposing front doorways of the vehicle with both front doors ajar. Both were promptly arrested.

Including these 4 stolen vehicles, the Kingsport Police Department is currently investigating a total of at least 16 motor vehicle thefts (two of which were initiated as carjackings) that have occurred since the beginning of 2017. All of these remain under open and very active investigation with Detectives working to see if and how they are all potentially connected.

Anyone who may have any information regarding any of these motor vehicle thefts 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:

https://www.kingsporttn.gov/city-services/police-department/contact-us

In the meantime, area residents are strongly urged to take some basic precautionary measures and use some good old fashioned common sense to help prevent these types of crimes from occurring, and in turn, avoid becoming a victim. Citizens are encouraged to never leave their vehicle unlocked when it is unattended, never leave the keys in the ignition unless they are actually in the driver’s seat, never loan their car to untrusted individuals, and never give rides to strangers.
SUSPECT #1 INFORMATION
Name Lauren Elizabeth Paugh
Age Date of Birth 5/16/1992

24 Years of Age
Gender/Race Female/White
Residency 1921 Bowater Drive, Apartment #63

Kingsport, TN
Charge(s) Carjacking

SUSPECT #2 INFORMATION
Name Chelcee D. Cheruk
Age Date of Birth 5/8/1992

24 Years of Age
Gender/Race Female/White
Residency 116 Mcteer Drive

Kingsport, TN
Charge(s) 1) Felony Possession of a Stolen Vehicle

2) Unlawful Possession of Drug Paraphernalia

3) Also Arrested on Outstanding Sullivan County Warrant

SUSPECT #3 INFORMATION
Name Larry M. Palladino
Age Date of Birth 12/24/1990

26 Years of Age
Gender/Race Male/White
Residency 2484 Siam Road

Elizabethon, TN
Charge(s) Felony Possession of a Stolen Vehicle

SUSPECT #4 INFORMATION
Name James Anthony Cheruk
Age Date of Birth 2/14/1983

33 Years of Age
Gender/Race Male/White
Residency 116 Mcteer Drive

Kingsport, TN
Charge(s) 1) Carjacking

2) Felony Possession of a Stolen Vehicle

3) Possession of a Handgun by a Convicted Felon

4) Unlawful Possession of Drug Paraphernalia

5) Also arrested on outstanding Sullivan County warrant for Simple Drug Possession

SUSPECT #5 INFORMATION
Name Michael R. Goins
Age Date of Birth 8/11/1991

25 Years of Age
Gender/Race Male/White
Residency 421 Bay Street

Mount Carmel, TN
Charge(s) Charges filed by the Sullivan County Sheriff’s Office

1) Felony Evading Arrest

2) Felony Reckless Endangerment

3) Felony Possession of a Stolen Vehicle

4) Driving on a Suspended License

5) Reckless Driving

6) Speeding (in excess of 100 mph in a 45 mph zone)

7) Passing a Stop Sign (2 counts)

RELEASING OFFICER
Thomas M. Patton, Public Information Officer

Kingsport Police Department Professional Standards Unit

KPD e-News Release: Kingsport Police Investigating Rash of Utility Trailer and Riding Lawnmower Thefts

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Kingsport Police Department

200 Shelby Street • Kingsport, TN 37660

ThomasMPatton • 423-229-9433 (Desk) • 423-224-2786 (FAX)

http://Police.KingsportTN.gov • www.KingsportPDBlog.com

NEWS RELEASE
SUBJECT: Kingsport Police Investigating Rash of Utility Trailer and Riding Lawnmower Thefts
DATE: January 30, 2017
CASE #: 17-001643 (Tractor Supply)

17-001691 (EZ Rental)

17-001778 (Private Residence)

17-001901 (GCR Tires)

17-002234 (Lowe’s)
GENERAL NARRATIVE
The Kingsport Police Department is investigating a rash of utility trailer and riding lawnmower thefts that have occurred over the past week. Detectives are looking into the high probability that some or all of these incidents may involve the same suspect or group of suspects. Several of the incidents reported thus far are detailed below:

On January 23, 2017 at approximately 3:30 PM, a 5×8 foot mesh bottom utility trailer ($700 value) was stolen from Tractor Supply, located at 2206 Minnich Trail. The unidentified suspect was a white male, and he was driving an older model (late 1980s to early 1990s) faded blue Chevrolet Blazer sport utility vehicle. The vehicle had “Chevrolet” printed in gold letters across the rear hatch/tailgate area.

During the overnight hours of January 23-24, 2017, a Craftsman riding lawnmower (over $1,000 value) was stolen from EZ Rental, located at 1420 East Stone Drive.

During the overnight hours of January 24-25, 2017, a 5×8 foot utility trailer ($1,100 value) was stolen from a private residence in the 1200 block of Valleydale Drive.

During the overnight hours of January 25-26, 2017, a tandem-axle 4-wheeled utility trailer (over $2,200 value) was stolen from GCR Tires, located at 1551 South Wilcox Drive.

On January 28, 2017 at approximately 8:30 PM, a Troy-Bilt riding lawnmower ($1,000 value) was stolen from Lowe’s, located at 2324 West Stone Drive. Two unidentified white male suspects arrived in a dark-colored pickup truck pulling a utility trailer. They loaded the lawnmower onto the trailer and fled the scene.

The suspect vehicle in the Lowe’s incident was captured on surveillance video, with a photo taken from that footage included in this release.

Anyone who recognizes this vehicle or who may have any information regarding any of the aforementioned incidents 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:

https://www.kingsporttn.gov/city-services/police-department/contact-us

One final important note: In some of these incidents, the property owner had taken at least minimal steps to secure the property that was stolen, but that security measure was easily defeated. In other cases, the property that was stolen had been left completed unsecured. All property owners, whether they be a business or a private citizen, are encouraged to make themselves aware that thefts of this nature do occur from time to time, and they are strongly urged to secure easily portable property at the highest practical level.

RELEASING OFFICER
Thomas M. Patton, Public Information Officer

Kingsport Police Department Professional Standards Unit

KPD e-News Release: Driver with Revoked License Flees After Giving ID Card to Officer

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Kingsport Police Department

200 Shelby Street • Kingsport, TN 37660

ThomasMPatton • 423-229-9433 (Desk) • 423-224-2786 (FAX)

http://Police.KingsportTN.gov • www.KingsportPDBlog.com

NEWS RELEASE
SUBJECT: Driver with Revoked License Flees After Giving ID Card to Officer
DATE: January 27, 2017
CASE #: 17-001965
GENERAL NARRATIVE
On January 26, 2017 at approximately 11:30 PM, a Kingsport Police Patrol Sergeant was eastbound on East Stone Drive near Arbutus Avenue, when he observed a vehicle, with headlights on high beam, approaching from the opposite direction, effectively blinding the officer as well as other motorists in the vicinity. The driver never dimmed the headlights and eventually passed the officer.

The officer turned his cruiser around and initiated a traffic stop so that he could address this safety infraction with the driver. Despite a clear display of emergency signal devices including flashing blue lights and audible siren, the driver failed to stop. The vehicle continued a significant distance along East Stone Drive, turned right on Gibson Mill Road, and eventually pulled over near the intersection of Bloomingdale Pike.

As the officer approached the driver’s side of the vehicle on foot, a Tennessee Highway Patrol Trooper arrived on scene as backup and approached the passenger’s side. When asked why he failed to stop, the driver replied that he was looking for a safe place to stop. When asked for his driver license, the driver stated that it was revoked. He was, however, kind enough to hand over his Tennessee ID Card, positively identifying himself as Donald Wayne Pickle, III.

The ID Card was clearly emblazoned with the text in bright red bold print: “IDENTIFICATION ONLY” and “NOT VALID FOR OPERATION OF ANY TYPE OF VEHICLE.” A check of his driving history revealed that he had three prior arrests for Driving on a Revoked License. The officer asked Mr. Pickle to step out of the vehicle; however, Mr. Pickle chose instead to throw the car in gear and speed away, nearly striking the THP Trooper in the process.

Mr. Pickle turned right on Bloomingdale Pike and drove about a quarter of a mile before pulling over again and fleeing on foot. The officers searched the immediate area; however, Mr. Pickle was able to at least temporarily evade capture. Upon searching his vehicle prior to towing it, the officer located two open, but still ice cold, Busch beers between the two front seats. One was nearly empty, while the other was still mostly full.

A warrant has been obtained charging Mr. Pickle with 1) Aggravated Assault, 2) Felony Reckless Endangerment, 3) Felony Evading Arrest, 4) Driving on a Revoked License (4th Offense), 5) Driver in Possession of Open Alcohol, and 6) Violation of Light Law. Mr. Pickle is described as a 36 year old white male adult. He is mostly bald with hazel eyes and a stubbly mustache and beard. He stands approximately 5 feet 11 inches in height, weighs roughly 200 pounds, and is of average build.

A snapshot of his ID Card, complete with a recent photograph, is included in this release. He is currently wanted and still at large. Anyone who can provide any information regarding his present whereabouts is asked to contact 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:

https://www.kingsporttn.gov/city-services/police-department/contact-us
WANTED SUSPECT INFORMATION
Name Donald Wayne Pickle, III
Age Date of Birth 2/18/1980

36 Years of Age
Gender/Race Male/White
Hair/

Eyes/

Facial Hair

 Mostly Bald

Hazel

Stubbly Mustache and Beard
Height/

Weight/

Build

 5 feet 11 inches

200 pounds

Average Build
Residency 363 Samlola Road

Kingsport, TN
Charge(s) 1) Aggravated Assault

2) Felony Reckless Endangerment

3) Felony Evading Arrest

4) Driving on Revoked License (4th Offense)

5) Driver in Possession of Open Alcohol

6) Violation of Light Law

RELEASING OFFICER
Thomas M. Patton, Public Information Officer

Kingsport Police Department Professional Standards Unit

KPD e-News Release: Kingsport Police Attempting to Locate Potentially Endangered Missing Woman

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Kingsport Police Department

200 Shelby Street • Kingsport, TN 37660

ThomasMPatton • 423-229-9433 (Desk) • 423-224-2786 (FAX)

http://Police.KingsportTN.gov • www.KingsportPDBlog.com
NEWS RELEASE
SUBJECT: Kingsport Police Attempting to Locate Potentially Endangered Missing Woman
DATE: January 20, 2017
CASE #: 17-001402
GENERAL NARRATIVE
On the afternoon of January 20, 2017, Taylor Dawn Powell was reported as a missing person to the Kingsport Police Department by her mother. Ms. Powell was last seen five days ago on the evening of January 15, 2017 at her mother’s house, located in the 300 block of Carver Street in Kingsport. She left with an unknown acquaintance traveling in a red Jeep.

Her mother indicated that it is out of character for her to stay out of touch for this long. Ms. Powell is currently homeless, but is known to frequent the Downtown Kingsport area. Due to some undisclosed personal information relayed to the Kingsport Police Department, there is reason to be concerned for her general welfare and overall safety.

Ms. Powell is described as a 22 year old white female adult. She has blonde hair and blue eyes. She is approximately 5 feet 4 inches in heights and weighs roughly 120 pounds. A recent photograph is included in this release.

She has been entered into the National Crime Information Center (N.C.I.C.) database as a missing endangered person. Anyone who has any information regarding her current whereabouts is asked to promptly 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:

https://www.kingsporttn.gov/city-services/police-department/contact-us
MISSING PERSON INFORMATION
Name Taylor Dawn Powell
Age 22 Years of Age
Gender/Race Female/White
Hair/

Eyes

 Blonde Hair

Blue Eyes
Height/

Weight

 5 feet 4 inches

120 pounds
Residency Currently Homeless but Frequents the Downtown Kingsport Area

RELEASING OFFICER
Thomas M. Patton, Public Information Officer

Kingsport Police Department Professional Standards Unit

KPD e-News Release: Woman Previously Reported Missing Has Been Located Safe and Sound

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Kingsport Police Department

200 Shelby Street • Kingsport, TN 37660

ThomasMPatton • 423-229-9433 (Desk) • 423-224-2786 (FAX)

http://Police.KingsportTN.gov • www.KingsportPDBlog.com

NEWS RELEASE
SUBJECT: Woman Previously Reported Missing Has Been Located Safe and Sound
DATE: January 25, 2017
CASE #: 17-001402
GENERAL NARRATIVE
On Tuesday, January 24, 2017, Taylor Dawn Powell was located safe and sound at an apartment complex in the Downtown Kingsport area. She has since been removed from N.C.I.C. and is no longer considered missing or endangered.

As previously released:

On the afternoon of January 20, 2017, Taylor Dawn Powell was reported as a missing person to the Kingsport Police Department by her mother. Ms. Powell was last seen five days ago on the evening of January 15, 2017 at her mother’s house, located in the 300 block of Carver Street in Kingsport. She left with an unknown acquaintance traveling in a red Jeep.

Her mother indicated that it is out of character for her to stay out of touch for this long. Ms. Powell is currently homeless, but is known to frequent the Downtown Kingsport area. Due to some undisclosed personal information relayed to the Kingsport Police Department, there is reason to be concerned for her general welfare and overall safety.

Ms. Powell is described as a 22 year old white female adult. She has blonde hair and blue eyes. She is approximately 5 feet 4 inches in heights and weighs roughly 120 pounds. A recent photography is included in this release.

She has been entered into the National Crime Information Center (N.C.I.C.) database as a missing endangered person. Anyone who has any information regarding her current whereabouts is asked to promptly 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:

https://www.kingsporttn.gov/city-services/police-department/contact-us
MISSING PERSON INFORMATION
Name Taylor Dawn Powell
Age 22 Years of Age
Gender/Race Female/White
Hair/

Eyes

 Blonde Hair

Blue Eyes
Height/

Weight

 5 feet 4 inches

120 pounds
Residency Currently Homeless but Frequents the Downtown Kingsport Area

RELEASING OFFICER
Thomas M. Patton, Public Information Officer

Kingsport Police Department Professional Standards Unit

Don’t miss the Iron Mountain Band playing at the Renaissance Center!

The Kingsport Office of Cultural Arts in partnership with Engage Kingsport presents Carson Peters and Iron Mountain: Premier Album Release Celebration on Friday, January 27 at the Renaissance Arts Center Theatre. The band will host a fan appreciation event from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. in the Gallery prior to the concert.

The Iron Mountain band entertains audiences performing old-time, bluegrass, and gospel music.  The band consists of Carson Peters, his father Jamie Peters, Eric Marshall and Ben Marshall of Mount Airy, North Carolina and Austin Tate of Marion, Virginia.

For those of you who don’t know Carson Peters, he’s the young lead of the band. He started playing the fiddle at the ripe old age of 3 when his parents bought him a 1/8 size fiddle.  By age 4, he was playing in fiddle competitions and jamming at musical festivals. At 12 years old, Carson is a seasoned performer playing numerous venues with his band throughout the region – Bristol Rhythm and Roots, Dollywood’s Bluegrass and BBQ and WDVX’s World Class Bluegrass concert series to name a few. Carson has also had the honor of playing on national TV as a guest on NBC’s The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, Little Big Shots with Steve Harvey, as well as play with Jimmy Fortune on the floor of the Tennessee State Senate.

The performance begins at 7:30 p.m. and tickets are $15. Tickets are available at the door, online or in advance at the Renaissance Arts Center.

The Renaissance Arts Center Theatre is located at 1200 E. Center Street in Kingsport. Tickets are available at the door or in advance at www.engagekingsport.com or by calling 423-392-8414.

This performance is sponsored in part by a grant from the Tennessee Arts Commission. The Tennessee Arts Commission is a state agency that cultivates the arts for the benefit of all Tennesseans and their communities.

carson peters band

Housing is Hot in Kingsport

Construction values up $23 million in 2016

Housing is the fundamental building block of a community. New housing is critical to support employers who seek to recruit a talented and globally-competitive workforce. It also provides consumers who drive sales, which support the state’s primary source of revenue – sales tax. Recently, housing in Kingsport, like many communities, is facing ‘the perfect storm.’

First, the mortgage crisis of 2007-2009 created fundamental shifts in lending policy. Next, Tennessee made sweeping changes to its longtime annexation laws and severely hampered cities’ ability to grow geographically (which forced strategies to infill, redevelop and increase the density of housing options).  And finally, the millennials – now 24% of America’s population – prefer urban dwelling, mixed-use lifestyle choices, and many are long-term renters.

In 2016, Kingsport responded well to these new realities. The annual building statistics for 2016 show Kingsport added a diverse portfolio of multi-family and single family housing options. In addition, there is a renewed interest in infill construction, remodeling, and redevelopment. The top five new commercial permits illustrate the diversity of Kingsport’s economy, with investments made in education, healthcare, industry and banking.

The most significant multi-family figures for the calendar year 2016 are below:

  • Multi-family
    • Total of 36 buildings for $27,905,905
    • 22 buildings for Riverbend Villas totaling $13,061,538 (265 units)
    • 7 buildings totaling $9,520,367 for Overlook at Indian Trail (168 units)
    • 2 buildings at Bloomingdale Terrace totaling $1,245,000 (24 units)

A total of 88 permits were issued for new single-family dwellings, an increase of 12 permits from 2015, with a total construction value of $22,290,687. Compared to the previous year, the total value for single-family housing starts increased $3,330,046; while the average cost per home increased from $249,482 to $253,303. Over half of the homes permitted had a construction cost between $200,000 and $400,000.

The most significant impacts for 2016 permits are below:

  • Residential Additions
    • 2015: 30 permits
    • 2016: 37 permits
  • New Single Family
    • 2015: 76 permits
    • 2016: 88 permits
  • New Multi-Family
    • 2015: 0 permits
    • 2016: 35 permits
  • New Professional/Medical/Bank
    • 2015: 1 permit
    • 2016: 3 permits

Housing is one of the main initiatives for the city of Kingsport. In addition to housing growth, the city has looked to expand housing developments through cost reduction options.

Through an investment of $3 million over the next 20 years, over 500 public housing units will be redeveloped and improved. Public housing redevelopment is set to start in 2017 with project completion expected in 3-5 years. The return on investment for the city is over $50 million.

To compliment the public housing improvements, three apartment complexes, The Retreat at Meadowview, Overlook at Indian Trail and Riverbend Villas, have construction underway. These complexes have over 500 units combined to accommodate future residents in Kingsport.

A new section of the Edinburgh housing development will provide 23 new lots for single and multi-family residents. Construction has started and is expected to be completed in early spring of 2017.

Below is a list of existing new home communities with lots available:

  • Hunts Crossing (Colonial Heights)
  • Old Island (Indian Springs)
  • Edinburgh (Rock Springs)
  • Windridge/Rose Gardens
  • The Summit at Preston Park
  • Brookton Park (Rivermont/Fort Robinson)
  • Harmony Ridge (Midfields)
  • Riverwatch (Rotherwood/Allandale)
  • Autumn Woods (Cook’s Valley)
  • Anchor Point (Cook’s Valley)
  • Chase Meadows (Cook’s Valley)

City staff continue to work with developers and builders on appropriate incentives for new construction opportunities and to market our existing new home communities. We have a beautiful setting and quality, dependable builders are waiting to make your dream home a reality!

housing being built

 

KPD e-News Release: Kingsport Police Department Investigating Two Simultaneously Reported Major Incidents

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Kingsport Police Department

200 Shelby Street • Kingsport, TN 37660

ThomasMPatton • 423-229-9433 (Desk) • 423-224-2786 (FAX)

http://Police.KingsportTN.gov • www.KingsportPDBlog.com

NEWS RELEASE
SUBJECT: Kingsport Police Department Investigating Two Simultaneously Reported Major Incidents
DATE: January 22, 2017
CASE #: 17-001525 (Jackson Street)

17-001526 (Bloomindale Road)
GENERAL NARRATIVE
On January 21, 2017 at approximately 11:45 PM, Kingsport Central Dispatch received virtually simultaneous notifications of two major incidents in close proximity to one another within the City of Kingsport.

An incident involving shots fired was reported at Bloomingdale Terrace Apartments, located at 124 Bloomingdale Road. Seconds later, a serious motor vehicle crash was reported less than a mile away in the 500 block of Jackson Street near the intersection of West Stone Drive.

Both of these incidents are currently being thoroughly examined by both the Kingsport Police Department Criminal Investigations Division and Traffic Unit, who are looking into the distinct possibility that the two incidents may be connected.

As these remain open and very active investigations, no additional details will be released at this time; however, an update will be released at an appropriate point as matters unfold and the puzzle is pieced together.
RELEASING OFFICER
Thomas M. Patton, Public Information Officer

Kingsport Police Department Professional Standards Unit

KPD e-News Release: Violent Homeless Sex Offender Wanted for Violating Registry Restrictions

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Kingsport Police Department

200 Shelby Street • Kingsport, TN 37660

ThomasMPatton • 423-229-9433 (Desk) • 423-224-2786 (FAX)

http://Police.KingsportTN.gov • www.KingsportPDBlog.com

NEWS RELEASE
SUBJECT: Violent Homeless Sex Offender Wanted for Violating Registry Restrictions
DATE: January 19, 2017
CASE #: 17-001168

17-001213

17-001290
GENERAL NARRATIVE
On January 17 and 18, 2017 the Kingsport Police Department received two separate complaints regarding an apparently homeless man setting up camp in a wooded area adjacent to the Americourt Hotel, located at 1900 American Way in Kingsport. At least one of the complainants reported approaching the man, informing him that he was trespassing, and asking him to vacate the area.

Upon arrival, the officers located the camp in question; however, the suspect was not present either time. Through further investigation, the individual was positively identified as Jonathan W. Waugh, an unregistered violent sex offender with a history of predatory behavior. He was originally convicted in Kentucky in September 2006 of First Degree Sexual Abuse involving the molestation of an 8 year old female victim.

The location of Mr. Waugh’s makeshift camp is also within close proximity and direct line of sight of a clearly marked child daycare facility located on American Way.

As a convicted sex offender, he was monitored by the Campbell County Office of the Kentucky State Police until February 2015. He was last registered in Tennessee by the Sullivan County Sheriff’s Office in 2014; however, he has never registered with the Kingsport Police Department having jurisdiction where his campsite is located, and he has not registered with any law enforcement agency for nearly two years in clear violation of the Sex Offender Registry.

Detectives in the Kingsport Police Department Criminal Investigations Division have obtained a warrant charging Mr. Waugh with two felonious violations of the Sex Offender Registry: 1) Failure to Register as a Sex Offender and 2) Sex Offender Residing within 1,000 Feet of a School or Daycare.

He is also wanted on a pre-existing warrant out of Sullivan County, TN for Violation of Probation and pre-existing warrants out of Campbell County, KY for 1) Violation of the Sex Offender Registry and 2) Failure to Pay Child Support.

He is described as a 63 year old white male adult with brown hair and brown eyes. He is approximately 5 feet 9 inches tall and weighs roughly 160 pounds. A photograph of Mr. Waugh is included in this release.

Anyone who has any information whatsoever regarding his current whereabouts is asked to contact the Kingsport Police Department either by calling the Criminal Investigations Division at 423-229-9429 or by calling 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:

https://www.kingsporttn.gov/city-services/police-department/contact-us
SUSPECT INFORMATION
Name Jonathan W. Waugh
Age Date of Birth 12/1/1953

63 Years of Age
Gender/Race Male/White
Height/

Weight

 5 feet 9 inches

160 pounds
Hair/

Eyes

 Brown Hair

Brown Eyes
Last Known Address 587 North Holston River Drive

Kingsport, TN

Currently Believed to be Homeless
Charge(s) 1) Failure to Register as a Sex Offender

2) Sex Offender Residing within 1,000 Feet of a School or Daycare

3) Also wanted on pre-existing Sullivan County, TN warrant for Violation of Probation

4) Also wanted on pre-existing Campbell County, KY warrants for Violation of Sex Offender Registry and Failure to Pay Child Support

RELEASING OFFICER
Thomas M. Patton, Public Information Officer

Kingsport Police Department Professional Standards Unit

Hike Local

Two Kingsport attractions receive state and national recognition

Hike Local in 2017: Tennessean features Bays Mountain’s Trails

Ready for spring? Do you want to start your 2017 out with a great outdoors experience? Check out a few of the hikes that were featured in The Tennessean, with one from our very own Bays Mountain Park & Planetarium. These hikes are included in the list of hikes everyone should take in 2017!

  • Bays Mountain Tower Loop, Bays Mountain Park & Planetarium, Level: Easy; Family friendly hike of 2.3 miles with lakeside scenery and the beauty of Bays Mountain backdrop.
  • The Honey Creek Loop, Big South Fork National Area & Recreation, Level: Very Difficult; You’ll need an adventurous side and some experience for this 5.6 mile hike.
  • Fall Creek Falls Trail, Fall Creek Falls State Park, Level: Moderate; Hike this 3 mile round trip hike and be rewarded with a 256-foot freestanding waterfall!

If you’re not ready to travel far to hike, Bays Mountain has over 32 miles of hiking trails of all levels of difficulty. You can pick up a details hiking trail map at the park’s nature center. Rob Cole, park manager, suggested a few tips for those hitting the trails.

“Be sure to take your map. It will come in handy if you’re not sure where your trail is heading. Take drinking water and a cell phone with you. If you happen to get lost, you can always call the nature center. And please remember, Bays Mountain is a nature preserve so respect the environment and stay on the designated trail.”

For more information and to check out a trail map, please visit www.baysmountain.com.

To view the rest of the recommended Tennessee hikes, visit www.tennessean.com

 

Kingsport Aquatic Center’s Indoor Pools land #1 for state of Tennessee

Most people think of swimming as a summer activity, but not here in Kingsport! With the Kingsport Aquatic Center open year round, swimmers and splashers can swim or slide inside when it’s snowing outside.

The Kingsport Aquatic Center was recently featured in a national travel article on MSN. The article featured one indoor pool in all 50 states to help ease the winter chill. With three indoor pools, swimmers enjoy water aerobics classes, water therapy classes or add laps toward their own centennial swim challenge of swimming 100 miles in 2017.

The centennial swim challenge is for swimmers to swim 100 miles in 2017. Swimmers can register at the aquatic center. At the end of 2017, all 100 mile swimmers will get a free t-shirt and be invited to the 100 mile swim party.

The aquatic center is located in Kingsport’s Meadowview district at the base of iconic Bays Mountain, the center provides area residents and visitors with the best in health, fitness and recreation features in a safety-focused environment. For more information, visit www.swimkingsport.com, the Kingsport Aquatic Center Facebook page or call 423-343-9758.

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City of Kingsport, Tennessee