The Atoka Police Department is asking for the help of the public as they search for those responsible for a fire that took place Sunday. The fire department said they were dispatched to Walker Park for a structure fire inside the pavilion. Firefighters said a garbage can was intentionally set on fire in one of the bathrooms. There were other reported damages and … [Read more...] about Atoka police looking for suspects in Walker Park arson
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Bicyclist hit, killed by deputy in Munford Thursday night
One person died in an officer-involved accident in Munford Thursday night. The Tipton County Sheriff's Office confirmed Saturday that a deputy was traveling on McLaughlin Road and struck a person riding a bicycle. Sheriff Shannon Beasley called the accident unfortunate and requested prayers for both the victim and the deputy involved. Neither the deputy nor the victim has … [Read more...] about Bicyclist hit, killed by deputy in Munford Thursday night
Sex offender compliance checks in Tipton County net 11 arrests
A sex offender compliance check operation conducted Wednesday resulted in 11 arrests, the district attorney's office announced. The multi-agency effort named Sex Offender Operation Compliance Driver (SO OCD) targeted sex offender compliance in Tipton County and cities of Atoka, Brighton, Covington and Munford. The agencies participating in the initiative include the 25th … [Read more...] about Sex offender compliance checks in Tipton County net 11 arrests
Suspect in weekend shooting turns himself in to Covington police
Covington police have arrested a man they believe is responsible for injuring someone in a shooting over the weekend. On Monday, 21-year-old Jordan "Jo Jo" Grant turned himself in to police. He was charged with attempted second degree murder, aggravated assault with injury, reckless endangerment, possession of a firearm during the commission of a dangerous felony, and … [Read more...] about Suspect in weekend shooting turns himself in to Covington police
CPD steps up presence at schools, investigates alleged threat
The Covington Police Department is working with Lauderdale County officials and Tipton County Schools to identify who is responsible for the threats circulating on social media. "You will see an increase in officers being present at our schools out of an abundance of caution,” said Covington Police Chief Donna Turner. ”We have not been able to verify any threats at this time. … [Read more...] about CPD steps up presence at schools, investigates alleged threat
Munford police searching for missing 13-year-old
The Munford Police Department is currently searching for a missing 13-year-old named Jacob Chilton. His grandmother, Linda Raymer, said he was last seen at about 8:30 p.m. on Friday and was wearing gray sweatpants, a white shirt, and high top Jordans. Jacob is a white male, 5'7" tall and 150 pounds. He has blue eyes and curly brown hair. Mrs. Raymer said her grandson may be … [Read more...] about Munford police searching for missing 13-year-old
Couple charged with child abuse after drug bust finds their children living in filthy conditions
A recent drug bust had led to child abuse charges for one Tipton County couple. Tipton County Sheriff Shannon Beasley said when investigators and the SWAT team executed a search warrant at a home on Old Memphis Road last week, they not only found drugs and $30,000 in cash, they also found four children in conditions they called "filthy." The children, aged 13 and under, … [Read more...] about Couple charged with child abuse after drug bust finds their children living in filthy conditions
County budget includes funding for new animal control facility and raises for cops
The Tipton County Legislature passed a $152.9 million 2022-23 budget Monday night that includes raises for county employees, money for a new animal control facility and the same property tax rate as last year. Law enforcement employees with the Tipton County Sheriff's Office are receiving a $4,000 raise, which will be between eight and 11 percent, depending on the employee's … [Read more...] about County budget includes funding for new animal control facility and raises for cops
