Covington Police are investigating an overnight shooting that killed a 22-year-old. Officers were dispatched to Bluebird Cove at Loon Lane after gunshots were reported just after midnight Sunday. There they found a man had been shot to death while in his vehicle, which then left the road and hit a house. The victim has been identified as Harkeem Kirby. A press release from … [Read more...] about Covington PD investigating overnight homicide
Public Safety
Alissa McCommon arrested again after harassing teenaged victim, violating bond
The former teacher charged earlier this month with raping a 12-year-old has been arrested for harassing and stalking a teenaged victim. McCommon was originally arrested on Sept. 8. The conditions of her $25,000 bond state she is not permitted to have contact with the victim from or any minor other than her own children. On Sept. 26, the police department learned McCommon was … [Read more...] about Alissa McCommon arrested again after harassing teenaged victim, violating bond
A community in mourning: Prayer service held in Covington to honor young victims
In a show of solidarity and faith, members of the community gathered in Frazier Park Wednesday to invoke the power of God and seek protection over Covington in the wake of several recent tragedies. Led by passionate speakers, the prayer vigil emphasized the importance of seeking divine intervention and surrendering individual will to a higher purpose. The service honored Tamya … [Read more...] about A community in mourning: Prayer service held in Covington to honor young victims
Candlelight vigil planned to honor Covington mass shooting victim Tamya Ewing-Somerville
There will be a candlelight vigil Wednesday evening to honor the life of a young woman killed in a mass shooting in Covington Saturday night. Tamya Ewing-Somerville, who had dreams of becoming a nurse and had just turned 20 last month, was shot to death during an event honoring the life of a classmate who'd died. She was a 2021 graduate of Covington High School. “It was … [Read more...] about Candlelight vigil planned to honor Covington mass shooting victim Tamya Ewing-Somerville
Man arrested after domestic violence incident, barricade situation
A man was arrested in Munford after barricading himself in a house Sunday night. Munford Police Chief Randal Baskin said officers were dispatched to Mary Avenue at approximately 6:30 p.m. for a domestic violence incident. When they arrived, a man ran inside residence and barricaded himself. Officers attempted to contact him several times and each failed. They entered the … [Read more...] about Man arrested after domestic violence incident, barricade situation
Five shot during party at Covington’s Event Center
Five people were shot during a party at The Event Center in Covington Saturday night. Sheriff Shannon Beasley said Covington police and Tipton County deputies were dispatched to the popular club at approximately 11:15 p.m. after gunshots were reported. “Upon arrival, deputies began administering first aid to a female gunshot victim who was found to be in extremely critical … [Read more...] about Five shot during party at Covington’s Event Center
Accused of rape of a child, Alissa McCommon resigned from her position as a teacher
Alissa McCommon, the fourth grade teacher recently charged with raping a 12-year-old, officially resigned her position last week. The news came during a school board meeting last week. “A few hours ago, I received a phone call from Ms. McCommon’s attorney. We have accepted her resignation,” said the school district’s attorney, Steve Shields. “She will no longer be with this … [Read more...] about Accused of rape of a child, Alissa McCommon resigned from her position as a teacher
Brighton High School student charged with threatening to shoot up the school
A 14-year-old was charged with threatening a mass shooting, Brighton Mayor Stephanie Chapman-Washam said Wednesday. The Brighton High School resource officer became aware of a threat to "shoot up the school" made through Snapchat on Wednesday morning. The student, who lives in Atoka, was identified and interviewed by police. He was then arrested and charged with making a … [Read more...] about Brighton High School student charged with threatening to shoot up the school
