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SUBJECT: KPD Responds to Suspicious Activity (UPDATE 3)
DATE: May 7, 2026
GENERAL NARRATIVE
UPDATE #3:
The Kingsport Police Department has completed the initial investigation of the incident on Cooper Street. The affected area is considered safe at this time, and citizens may now return home. A police presence will remain in the area as this remains an active and ongoing investigation. No further details will be released at this time.
AS PREVIOUSLY RELEASED:
UPDATE #2:
As the investigation into the device/substance on Cooper Street continues, the Kingsport Police Department asks for citizens’ patience. Situations involving suspicious devices/substances are complex and take time. As of this update, we do not have a timeframe in which the all-clear will be given. Those who have been displaced from their homes on Cooper Street are being provided with resources until we can ensure they can return safely. We will continue to work with local agencies and our state and federal partners to resolve this incident as efficiently as possible. Further updates will be provided as the situation continues to develop.
UPDATE #1:
The Kingsport Police Department is actively investigating a suspicious device/substance at a residence on Cooper Street. All residents have been evacuated to a safe location. Citizens are asked to continue avoiding the area of Cooper Street until the all-clear is given. We are coordinating with additional local, state, and federal agencies and will provide further updates as the situation develops.
INITIAL RELEASE:
The Kingsport Police Department is currently on scene at Cooper Street addressing a public safety concern. Specialized teams have been mobilized, and a joint command post has been established. Residents in the affected area are being evacuated and temporarily relocated to a safe location while the matter is being investigated. This is an active and ongoing investigation; no further information will be released at this time.
RELEASING OFFICER
Corporal Brandon Arnold
Kingsport Police Department Professional Standards Unit
Office (423) 343-9866, Fax (423) 343-9749
SUBJECT: KPD Responds to Suspicious Activity (UPDATE 2)
DATE: May 6, 2026
GENERAL NARRATIVE
UPDATE #2:
As the investigation into the device/substance on Cooper Street continues, the Kingsport Police Department asks for citizens’ patience. Situations involving suspicious devices/substances are complex and take time. As of this update, we do not have a timeframe in which the all-clear will be given. Those who have been displaced from their homes on Cooper Street are being provided with resources until we can ensure they can return safely. We will continue to work with local agencies and our state and federal partners to resolve this incident as efficiently as possible. Further updates will be provided as the situation continues to develop.
AS PREVIOUSLY RELEASED:
UPDATE #1:
The Kingsport Police Department is actively investigating a suspicious device/substance at a residence on Cooper Street. All residents have been evacuated to a safe location. Citizens are asked to continue avoiding the area of Cooper Street until the all-clear is given. We are coordinating with additional local, state, and federal agencies and will provide further updates as the situation develops.
INITIAL RELEASE:
The Kingsport Police Department is currently on scene at Cooper Street addressing a public safety concern. Specialized teams have been mobilized, and a joint command post has been established. Residents in the affected area are being evacuated and temporarily relocated to a safe location while the matter is being investigated. This is an active and ongoing investigation; no further information will be released at this time.
RELEASING OFFICER
Corporal Brandon Arnold
Kingsport Police Department Professional Standards Unit
Office (423) 343-9866, Fax (423) 343-9749
SUBJECT: KPD Responds to Suspicious Activity (UPDATE 1)
DATE: May 6, 2026
GENERAL NARRATIVE
UPDATE #1:
The Kingsport Police Department is actively investigating a suspicious device/substance at a residence on Cooper Street. All residents have been evacuated to a safe location. Citizens are asked to continue avoiding the area of Cooper Street until the all-clear is given. We are coordinating with additional local, state, and federal agencies and will provide further updates as the situation develops.
AS PREVIOUSLY RELEASED:
The Kingsport Police Department is currently on scene at Cooper Street addressing a public safety concern. Specialized teams have been mobilized, and a joint command post has been established. Residents in the affected area are being evacuated and temporarily relocated to a safe location while the matter is being investigated. This is an active and ongoing investigation; no further information will be released at this time.
RELEASING OFFICER
Corporal Brandon Arnold
Kingsport Police Department Professional Standards Unit
Office (423) 343-9866, Fax (423) 343-9749
SUBJECT: KPD Responds to Suspicious Activity
DATE: May 6, 2026
GENERAL NARRATIVE
The Kingsport Police Department is currently on scene at Cooper Street addressing a public safety concern. Specialized teams have been mobilized, and a joint command post has been established. Residents in the affected area are being evacuated and temporarily relocated to a safe location while the matter is being investigated. This is an active and ongoing investigation; no further information will be released at this time.
RELEASING OFFICER
Corporal Brandon Arnold
Kingsport Police Department Professional Standards Unit
Office (423) 343-9866, Fax (423) 343-9749
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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 11-15.
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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School’s almost out and summer is just around the corner. What better way to get in the summer mood than by spending an afternoon skateboarding with friends and family.
Kingsport Parks and Recreation is teaming up with 21:12 Skateboarding to host its 3rd Annual School’s (Almost) Out Skatepark Day on May 16 from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. at the Scott Adams Memorial Skatepark (Brickyard Park Drive).
“We’re encouraging families to bring their wheels, whether it’s skateboards, inline skates, bicycling or scooters. All riders are welcome to come out and join in on the fun,” said Program Coordinator Michael Morris. “It’ll be the perfect kickoff for the summer.”
The event is free and open to the public and will feature children’s activities, giveaways, activity booths, raffles and food trucks.
For information about other events, activities and programs offered by Kingsport Parks and Recreation, please visit www.kingsportparksandrecreation.org.
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