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The Kingsport Area Transit Service is celebrating National Transportation Week this year by once again offering half-price Dial-A-Ride ticket books for $12.00 (which includes 24 tickets per book) for the week of May 12.
The KATS Dial-A-Ride van service is for individuals who reside within the city limits, have a medical condition, are 65 or older, or are going to work. This service is an affordable, reliable, safe and efficient way for Kingsport residents to travel to numerous destinations within the city.
“We want to thank our current Dial-A-Ride customers through this promotion, as well as attract new riders who can benefit greatly from the service,” said Transit Director Chris Campbell. “This is definitely a situation where spending a little money up front will save a lot of money over time.”
Tickets may be purchased at the KATS downtown terminal (located at 900 East Main Street), via cash, check, credit or debit. Tickets may also be purchased directly from the drivers.
Cash and checks are the only form of payment accepted on vehicles. Drivers do not carry cash and cannot make change. Dial-A-Ride tickets do not expire and cannot be used on buses.
National Transportation Week is a time to recognize those who build and operate the nation’s transportation systems and to raise awareness of transportation issues.
For more information about KATS’ services, call 423-224-2613 or visit www.kingsporttransit.org.
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SUBJECT: KPD Searching for Runaway Juvenile (Update: Found Safe)
DATE: May 7th, 2025
CASE #: 25-006016
GENERAL NARRATIVE
Update: Brayden Horne has been found safe and is no longer missing. The Kingsport Police Department would like to thank the public for their assistance.
As previously released:
The Kingsport Police Department is searching for 13-year-old Brayden Horne. Brayden is believed to have left voluntarily from an address on West Sullivan Street. Brayden is a white male and has been entered into the National Crime Information Center (NCIC) as a runaway Juvenile.
Anyone with information on Brayden’s whereabouts is asked to contact Kingsport Central Dispatch at (423) 246-9111 or the Criminal Investigations Division at (423) 229-9429.
Alternatively, if an individual who can provide information to this or any 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 Brayden Horne
Age 13
Gender/Race Male/White
Residency West Sullivan Street in Kingsport TN
Last Known Location West Sullivan Street
RELEASING OFFICER
Corporal Brandon Arnold
Kingsport Police Department Professional Standards Unit
Office (423) 343-9866, Fax (423) 343-9749
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Kingsport Parks and Recreation is teaming up with 21:12 Skateboarding and Lincoln Elementary School to host a School’s (Almost) Out Skatepark Day next week. We’re encouraging families to bring their wheels and visit the popular destination for an afternoon of skateboarding, quad/inline skating, scootering, BMX’ing, children’s activities, and giveaways.
The free event will take place from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. on May 17 at the Scott Adams Memorial Skatepark (Brickyard Park Drive). The event will feature raffles, giveaways, activity booths, a paint your own mini-board booth, and other fun activities. Food trucks will also be on site.
The event is made possible through sponsorships from Lincoln Elementary School, 21:12 Skateboarding, Realtor Anna Fansler, Zionville Ramp Company, DJ Johnny Red, Vicars Roofing and Brooks Janitorial.
For information about other events, activities and programs offered by Kingsport Parks and Recreation, please visit www.kingsportparksandrecreation.org.
SUBJECT: KPD Searching for Runaway Juvenile (Rerelease)
DATE: May 6th, 2025
CASE #: 25-004430
GENERAL NARRATIVE
Rerelease: The Kingsport Police Department is still searching for Exenia “Scarlett” Pafford and seeking any information that could assist in locating her.
As previously released:
The Kingsport Police Department is searching for 15-year-old, Exenia “Scarlett” Pafford. Exenia is believed to have left voluntarily from an address on Watterson Street. Exenia is a white female, last seen wearing a white shirt and gray sweatpants. Exenia has been entered into the National Crime Information Center (NCIC) as a runaway Juvenile.
Anyone with information on Exenia’s whereabouts is asked to contact Kingsport Central Dispatch at (423) 246-9111 or the Criminal Investigations Division at (423) 229-9429.
Alternatively, if an individual who can provide information to this or any 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 Exenia “Scarlett” Pafford
Age 15
Gender/Race Female/White
Residency Watterson Street in Kingsport TN
Possible Clothing White shirt and gray sweatpants
Last Known Location Watterson Street
RELEASING OFFICER
Corporal Brandon Arnold
Kingsport Police Department Professional Standards Unit
Office (423) 343-9866, Fax (423) 343-9749
SUBJECT: KPD Searching for Runaway Juvenile (Rerelease)
DATE: May 6th, 2025
CASE #: 25-004324
GENERAL NARRATIVE
Rerelease: The Kingsport Police Department is still searching for Johnay Watson and seeking any information that could assist in locating her.
As previously released:
The Kingsport Police Department is searching for 14-year-old, Johnay Watson. Johnay is believed to have left voluntarily from an address on North Eastman Road. Johnay is a black female, last seen wearing a green “Boys in the Hood” long-sleeved shirt and blue jeans. Johnay’s hair is styled in long black and gold braids, and she has a heart tattoo on her right middle finger. Johnay has been entered into the National Crime Information Center (NCIC) as a runaway Juvenile.
Anyone with information on Johnay’s whereabouts is asked to contact Kingsport Central Dispatch at (423) 246-9111 or the Criminal Investigations Division at (423) 229-9429.
Alternatively, if an individual who can provide information to this or any 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 Johnay Watson
Age 14
Gender/Race Female/Black
Hair/Eyes Black/Brown
Residency Somewhere in Kingsport TN
Other Description Last seen with hair styled in black and gold braids. Heart Tattoo on right middle finger.
Possible Clothing Green “Boys in the Hood” long-sleeved shirt and blue jeans
Last Known Location North Eastman Road
RELEASING OFFICER
Corporal Brandon Arnold
Kingsport Police Department Professional Standards Unit
Office (423) 343-9866, Fax (423) 343-9749
SUBJECT: KPD Recognizes Correctional Employees During National Corrections Officers Week
DATE: May 5th, 2025
GENERAL NARRATIVE
The Kingsport Police Department proudly recognizes and honors its Corrections Officers during National Corrections Officers Week, observed May 4–11, 2025. This annual event shines a much-deserved spotlight on the dedicated men and women who serve behind the walls, ensuring the safety, security, and order of the Kingsport City Jail. Corrections Officers play a vital, often unseen role in public safety. Their work demands professionalism, integrity, and resilience as they manage complex situations and uphold the law in a secure environment. These officers are responsible for the custody and care of inmates and maintaining a safe working environment within the Kingsport City Jail.
National Correctional Officers and Employees Week is celebrated annually in the first full week of May. It is a week that honors the dedication and professionalism of correctional officers and correctional staff to acknowledge their vital role in maintaining safety and security within correctional facilities. National Correctional Officer’s Week was established by Presidential Proclamation in 1984 by President Ronald Reagan.
The Kingsport City Jail employs 8 full time Corrections Officer and 1 full time Jail Administrator. The jail is staffed 24/7 and is certified to hold inmates for up to 72 hours before being transferred to county facilities. The Kingsport Police Department invites the community to join in thanking these professionals for their vital service to the City of Kingsport.
RELEASING OFFICER
Lieutenant Justin McConnell
Kingsport Police Department Professional Standards Unit
Office (423) 229-9499, Fax (423) 343-9749
JustinMcConnell@KingsportTN.gov
SUBJECT: Crockett Ridge Golf Course Officer Involved Shooting
DATE: May 6th, 2025
CASE #: 25-006193
GENERAL NARRATIVE
Kingsport Police Department Officers responded to Crockett Ridge Golf Course on Monday, May 5th, on a report of an intoxicated man armed with a handgun who was threatening to harm himself. Despite attempts to negotiate with the armed subject, the situation escalated, and both a Kingsport Police Officer and the armed subject fired shots. The man was pronounced dead at the scene of the incident. No officers were injured.
At the request of the 2nd Judicial District Attorney General Barry Staubus and the Kingsport Police Department, the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation responded. In the interest of transparency, TBI will be conducting an independent investigation into the events surrounding this incident.
RELEASING OFFICER
Corporal Brandon Arnold
Kingsport Police Department Professional Standards Unit
Office (423) 343-9866, Fax (423) 343-9749