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KPD e-News Release: KPD Searching For Missing Woman (Update: Found Safe)

SUBJECT:  KPD Searching For Missing Woman (Update: Found Safe)

DATE:  October 25th, 2023 

CASE #: 23-021475

GENERAL NARRATIVE

Update: Jessica Wagoner has been found safe and is no longer considered missing.

 

As previously released: On October 23rd, 2023, Jessica Wagoner, was reported missing to the Kingsport Police Department by a person she was staying with. Wagoner has a pre-existing medical condition and doesn’t have her medication with her. Jessica was last seen on October 20th, 2023, getting in a green SUV around Bays View Court. Jessica is a 37-year-old white female, standing approximately 5 feet 4 inches tall. Her hair color is blonde, but it is believed she colored it dark.

 

Anyone who sees her or may know his 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: Jessica Wagoner 

Age: 37 

Gender/Race: Female/White 

Height: 5′ 4″ 

Hair/Eyes Blonde/Blue 

Residency: Kingsport, TN 

Last Known Location: Bays View Court, Kingsport, TN.

 

 

 

RELEASING OFFICER

Corporal Brandon Johnson

Kingsport Police Department Professional Standards Unit

Office (423) 229-9339, Fax (423) 343-9749 

BrandonJohnson@KingsportTN.gov

 

KPD e-News Release: KPD Searching For Missing Woman

SUBJECT:  KPD Searching For Missing Woman 

DATE:  October 26th, 2023 

CASE #: 23-021459

GENERAL NARRATIVE

On October 23, 2023, Brenda Sorrell was reported missing to the Kingsport Police Department by family members. It was reported to KPD that Sorrell was last seen on October 6, 2023, and was not acting normal. Sorrell is a 58-year-old white female with brown hair and brown eyes. She stands approximately 5 feet 2 inches tall. She was last seen on October 6, 2023, driving her light cream colored 2008 Cadillac CTS sedan on Lynn Garden Drive near W. Stone Drive.

 

Anyone who sees her or may know 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: Brenda Sorrell

Age: 58 

Gender/Race: Female/White 

Height/Weight: 170/5′ 2″ 

Hair/Eyes: Brown/Brown

Residency: Kingsport, TN  

Last Known Location: Lynn Garden Drive near W. Stone Drive

 

 

 

 

 

VEHICLE INFORMATION

Make:  Cadillac

Model: CTS 

Year: 2008 

Type: Sedan

Color: Light cream

License #: 972-BDSM 

 

 

RELEASING OFFICER

Corporal Brandon Johnson

Kingsport Police Department Professional Standards Unit

Office (423) 229-9339, Fax (423) 343-9749 

BrandonJohnson@KingsportTN.gov

 

 

 

KPD e-News Release: KPD Searching For Missing Woman

SUBJECT:  KPD Searching For Missing Woman

DATE:  October 25th, 2023 

CASE #: 23-021475

GENERAL NARRATIVE

On October 23rd, 2023, Jessica Wagoner, was reported missing to the Kingsport Police Department by a person she was staying with. Wagoner has a pre-existing medical condition and doesn’t have her medication with her. Jessica was last seen on October 20th, 2023, getting in a green SUV around Bays View Court. Jessica is a 37-year-old white female, standing approximately 5 feet 4 inches tall. Her hair color is blonde, but it is believed she colored it dark.

 

Anyone who sees her or may know his 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: Jessica Wagoner 

Age: 37 

Gender/Race: Female/White 

Height: 5′ 4″ 

Hair/Eyes Blonde/Blue 

Residency: Kingsport, TN 

Last Known Location: Bays View Court, Kingsport, TN.

 

 

 

RELEASING OFFICER

Corporal Brandon Johnson

Kingsport Police Department Professional Standards Unit

Office (423) 229-9339, Fax (423) 343-9749 

BrandonJohnson@KingsportTN.gov

 

 

 

KPD e-News Release: Suspected Drunk Driver Disrupts Operations At Eastman

SUBJECT:  Suspected Drunk Driver Disrupts Operations At Eastman

DATE:  October 21th, 2023 

CASE #: 23-021354

GENERAL NARRATIVE

On October 21, 2023, at approximately 3:20 PM, the Kingsport Police Department was notified that a man driving a white Chevrolet Trailblazer had crashed through Gate 7 at Eastman Chemical, which is located on Lincoln Street at Konnarock Road. The Chevrolet then continued driving through Eastman property. Eastman was placed on lockdown as a result of unauthorized entry. Shortly after being notified, officers arrived on scene and located the Chevrolet Trailblazer with the driver inside. Officers ordered the male driver, later identified as Eric Wall, out of the vehicle several times. Wall refused to exit the car, and officers and Eastman fire reported that they heard what they believed to be a gunshot come from the vehicle. Officers continued to ask Wall to exit the vehicle, but he remained inside the driver’s seat. KPD Special Weapons And Tactics (SWAT) was called to the scene to assist. SWAT was able to arrest Wall without incident. Wall had signs of impairment and was arrested for driving under the influence. Officers searched the Trailblazer and didn’t locate a firearm, but did locate illicit drugs. Wall was booked into the Kingsport City Jail for driving under the influence, felony vandalism, reckless endangerment, resisting arrest, aggravated criminal trespassing, disorderly conduct, possession of schedule II drug for resale, possession of schedule I for resale, possession of schedule IV for resale, simple possession, and possession of drug paraphernalia.

SUSPECT INFORMATION

Name:  Eric Wall

Age: 36

Gender/Race: Male/White 

Residency: Erwin, TN

Charges: Driving under the influence, felony vandalism, reckless endangerment, resisting arrest, aggravated criminal trespassing, disorderly conduct, possession of schedule II drug for resale, possession of schedule I for resale, possession of schedule IV for resale, simple possession, and possession of drug paraphernalia.

 

 

 

SUSPECT VEHICLE INFORMATION

Make:  Chevrolet

Model: Trail

Year: 2004 

Type: SUV 

Color: White 

License # 422-BKHX

 

RELEASING OFFICER

Corporal Brandon Johnson

Kingsport Police Department Professional Standards Unit

Office (423) 229-9339, Fax (423) 343-9749 

BrandonJohnson@KingsportTN.gov

 

 

Corporal Brandon Johnson

Professional Standards Unit 

Kingsport Police Department

P: 423-229-9339

C: 423-534-1390

brandonJohnson@kingsportttn.gov

 

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Kingsport, TN37660

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KPD e-News Release: National Drug Take-Back Day

SUBJECT:  National Drug Take-Back Day

DATE:  October 19th, 2023 

GENERAL NARRATIVE

On Saturday, October 28th, 2023, from 10:00 AM until 2:00 PM, the Kingsport Police Department will be participating in a community drug take-back initiative. This initiative is sponsored by the United Way of Greater Kingsport, the Kingsport Police Department, and the Sullivan County Anti-Drug Coalition. K.P.D. will be staffing three different drop-off locations in Kingsport. They include:

 

· Dobyns-Bennett High School (1 Tribe Way)

 

· Food City (300 Clinchfield Street)

 

· Food City (1205 North Eastman Road)

 

Between now and Saturday, October 28th, all area residents are encouraged to go through their medicine cabinets and inventory their medications. Now is the time to safely dispose of any leftover, expired, or otherwise unwanted medications. This community drug take-back event is open to the public and is a prime opportunity and the preferred method to safely dispose of any medications that are no longer needed.

 

The U.S. Department of Justice Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) sponsors two National Prescription Drug Take-Back Days each year, in April and October. National Prescription Drug Take-Back Days aim to provide a safe, convenient, and responsible means of disposing of prescription drugs, while also educating the general public about the potential for abuse of medications.

 

While the DEA does recognize these two annual days, at the Kingsport Police Department, we like to think of every day as Drug Take-Back Day. K.P.D. has been participating in drug take-back initiatives since 2010 and installed a permanent drug collection box in the lobby of the Kingsport Justice Center, located at 200 Shelby Street in Downtown Kingsport, in 2012. Our box is accessible 24 hours-a-day, 7 days-a-week, 365 days-a-year. To date, K.P.D. has been able to safely incinerate over 20,000 pounds (10 tons) of leftover, unwanted, or expired medications.

 

The goals of this program are to keep drugs off the street, prevent overdoses and accidental poisonings, and avoid environmental contamination. Drugs that can be accepted include prescription, over the counter (OTC), vitamins, herbals, supplements, and veterinary medications. Items that are not accepted through this program include needles or sharps, biohazard materials, and illegal drugs.

 

For more information on the DEA’s National Take-Back Day initiative, please visit the following links:

 

https://www.deadiversion.usdoj.gov/drug_disposal/takeback/

 

https://takebackday.dea.gov/

 

RELEASING OFFICER

Corporal Brandon Johnson

Kingsport Police Department Professional Standards Unit

Office (423) 229-9339, Fax (423) 343-9749 

BrandonJohnson@KingsportTN.gov

 

KPD e-News Release: Mark Vance Award Recipient

SUBJECT:  Mark Vance Award Recipient

DATE:  October 10th, 2023 

GENERAL NARRATIVE

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Branch House Family Justice Center, along with their community partners, hosted an annual Service and Protection Awards event on October 6, 2023. This year’s recipient of the Mark Vance Award was Detective Kellen Steele of the Kingsport Police Department. Detective Steele has been employed with Kingsport Police Department for nearly 20 years. During his time with the department, Steele has proven himself as a dedicated, compassionate detective and a champion for victims of domestic abuse. The Kingsport Police Department is proud to see him recognized for his thoroughness in his investigations and dedication to victims in these situations.

 

The Mark Vance Award was created in 2005 to recognize each year the officer who exemplifies high standards, professionalism, and a strong dedication to ending the cycle of domestic violence in Sullivan County.  Officer Vance was employed by the Bristol Tennessee Police Department at the time he was killed on November 27, 2004. Officer Vance was shot upon entering a residence in response to a domestic violence call for service.

 

Pictured: KPD Lt. Martin Taylor, KPD Det. Kellen Steele & Sullivan County District Attorney Barry P. Staubus.

RELEASING OFFICER

Corporal Brandon Johnson

Kingsport Police Department Professional Standards Unit

Office (423) 229-9339, Fax (423) 343-9749 

BrandonJohnson@KingsportTN.gov

 

 

 

KPD e-News Release Longtime KPD volunteer recognized for service

GENERAL NARRATIVE

The Kingsport Police Department joins with State Representative Charles (Bud) Hulsey in recognizing longtime KPD volunteer Valerie Ford for her years of dedicated service to the Police Department and her community.  Representative Hulsey, who is a retired Kingsport Police Lieutenant, honored Mrs. Ford with a Resolution in the Tennessee House of Representatives honoring her service to the State of Tennessee.  Mrs. Ford moved to Kingsport following her husband’s retirement.  She served in the United States Navy rising to the rank of Lieutenant Commander.  Mrs. Ford became a volunteer with the Kingsport Police Department in 2000 where she contributed countless hours to the welfare of the department.  She provided many meals, served as a uniform seamstress, and assisted with the department’s accreditation process.  She later served her community as a reserve police officer.  She has previously received the Special Recognition award and the Volunteer of the Year award in 2004.  KPD extends a heartfelt thank you to Mrs. Ford for her dedication to this agency, her country, and her local community. 

 

(attached photograph-Valerie Ford with Chief of Police Dale Phipps, Mayor Pat Shull, City Manager Chris McCartt, and State Representative Bud Hulsey). 

 

RELEASING OFFICER

Lieutenant Justin McConnell

Kingsport Police Department Professional Standards Unit

Office (423) 229-9499, Fax (423) 343-9749 

JustinMcConnell@KingsportTN.gov

 

 

 

 

KPD e-News Release Newly Certified KPD Officer receives Life Saving Award

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GENERAL NARRATIVE

The Kingsport Police Department is proud to present newly certified Officer Emmaline Hulse with the Life Saving Award.  Officer Hulse graduated from the Regional Law Enforcement Academy at Walters State Community College on 9/14/2023.  On the evening of 9/13/2023, Officer Hulse was dining at a local restaurant with other police cadets.  Another patron of the restaurant began to choke on food while the cadets were present.  Upon seeing the patron in distress, Officer Hulse immediately jumped into action and administered abdominal thrusts.  The patron’s airway was ultimately cleared of the food obstruction and further medical intervention was not necessary.  Officer Hulse’s quick action saved the life of this citizen.  Officer Hulse is one of four KPD graduates from the latest Walter’s State Police Academy class and is set to begin field training in the department’s Patrol Division. 

 

Officer Emmaline Hulse with Chief of Police Dale Phipps

 

RELEASING OFFICER

Lieutenant Justin McConnell

Kingsport Police Department Professional Standards Unit

Office (423) 229-9499, Fax (423) 343-9749 

JustinMcConnell@KingsportTN.gov

 

RE: KPD e-News Release: Kingsport Police Respond To Shooting in Lynn Garden Community (Update)

 

SUBJECT:  Kingsport Police Respond To Shooting in Lynn Garden Community (Update)

DATE:  September 14th, 2023 

CASE #: 23-018855

GENERAL NARRATIVE

Update: As a result of their investigation, detectives learned that Daniel Cano-Preciado suffered gunshot wounds as a result of the incident. He was taken to Holston Valley Medical Center where he was pronounced deceased. The suspect was identified as Michael Garcia. Garcia was arrested at the scene, and has been charged with 1st degree murder. He is being held at the Kingsport City Jail with no bond, pending arraignment. This investigation is still ongoing.

 

As previously released: On September 14th, 2023, at approximately 11:48 am, Kingsport Police responded to the area of Akers Avenue after a report of shots fired. A person was found on scene suffering from what appeared to be a gunshot wound. That person was taken to a local hospital for treatment. One suspect was found on scene and was detained. This is an active and ongoing investigation. More details will be released at a later time.

SUSPECT INFORMATION

Name  Michael Garcia

Age 30

Gender/Race Male/White 

Residency Kingsport TN 

Charges 1st Degree Murder

VICTIM INFORMATION

Name  Daniel Cano-Preciado 

Age 26 

Gender/Race Male/White 

Residency Kingsport TN 

Injuries Deceased

RELEASING OFFICER

Corporal Brandon Johnson

Kingsport Police Department Professional Standards Unit

Office (423) 229-9339, Fax (423) 343-9749 

BrandonJohnson@KingsportTN.gov

 

 

 

 

KPD e-News Release: Kingsport Police Respond To Shooting in Lynn Garden Community  

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SUBJECT:  Kingsport Police Respond To Shooting in Lynn Garden Community  

DATE:  September 14th, 2023 

CASE #: 23-018855

GENERAL NARRATIVE

On September 14th, 2023, at approximately 11:48 am, Kingsport Police responded to the area of Akers Avenue after a report of shots fired. A person was found on scene suffering from what appeared to be a gunshot wound. That person was taken to a local hospital for treatment. One suspect was found on scene and was detained. This is an active and ongoing investigation. More details will be released at later time.

RELEASING OFFICER

Corporal Brandon Johnson

Kingsport Police Department Professional Standards Unit

Office (423) 229-9339, Fax (423) 343-9749 

BrandonJohnson@KingsportTN.gov

 

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