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Atoka police investigating stabbing that left two people wounded

By Echo Day on January 26, 2025

The Atoka Police Department is investigating a violent incident involving a stabbing that occurred Friday evening on Highway 51 South. At approximately 4:50 PM, officers responded to reports of a stabbing in the 11000 block of Highway 51 South. Upon arrival, they found a bloody crime scene but no individuals involved. Shortly afterward, a second call directed officers to the … [Read more...] about Atoka police investigating stabbing that left two people wounded

ATF, NSSF offering a $10,000 reward after more than 160 guns stolen from Atoka pawn shop

By The Leader on September 12, 2023

A reward is now being offered for information that will lead to the arrest of those responsible for ramming into an Atoka pawn shop and stealing 169 guns over the weekend. The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives and the National Shooting Sports Foundation, the trade association for the firearms industry, have announced a combined reward of up to $10,000 for … [Read more...] about ATF, NSSF offering a $10,000 reward after more than 160 guns stolen from Atoka pawn shop

Atoka Police investigating a shooting that left one man dead and another injured

By Echo Day on November 29, 2022

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Atoka police are investigating a shooting that left one man dead and another injured, the department said Tuesday. Officers responded to a shooting on Brittany Lane at approximately 8:14 p.m. Monday night finding one of the men had already died. The other was transported to Regional One Medical Center in Memphis and was in critical condition. Neither has been identified by … [Read more...] about Atoka Police investigating a shooting that left one man dead and another injured

Atoka police looking for suspects in Walker Park arson

By Echo Day on October 24, 2022

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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

Sex offender compliance checks in Tipton County net 11 arrests

By Echo Day on October 5, 2022

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

A ‘monumental day’ as first COVID-19 vaccinations are administered in Tipton County

By Echo Day on December 21, 2020

It was over pretty quickly. "Are you done?" Atoka Police Chief Jessie Poole asked as nurse Buffie Nelms discarded the syringe. He cracked a quick joke, "It's a little late now to change my mind, I guess ..." He said he didn't feel much, barely even a sting. His Lt. James Strickland was the first person to be vaccinated in Tipton County just seconds prior. He smiled when the … [Read more...] about A ‘monumental day’ as first COVID-19 vaccinations are administered in Tipton County

Here’s how Tipton County’s law enforcement agencies are enforcing the stay at home order

By Echo Day on April 4, 2020

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When Gov. Bill Lee ordered Tennesseans stay at home on Thursday he also provided local law enforcement agencies with the authority to decide how they'd enforce it. After a Zoom call with Tipton County's sheriff and police chiefs Friday afternoon it's clear: They don't want to have to cite or arrest you, they just want you to stay home and use common sense. "Let there be no … [Read more...] about Here’s how Tipton County’s law enforcement agencies are enforcing the stay at home order

Atoka, Munford ranked amongst the 50 safest cities in Tennessee

By Echo Day on November 15, 2019

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Atoka and Munford have again been ranked amongst the state's 50 safest cities. In a new study released by Security Baron Thursday, Atoka was ranked the 8th safest city and Munford 22nd. The organization said it uses FBI crime statistics from 2016 and 2017 to determine trends in public safety and couples those with demographic information to complete its ranking. "It takes a … [Read more...] about Atoka, Munford ranked amongst the 50 safest cities in Tennessee

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