Event Brief
Teen Murder Suspect Charged After Knoxville Chase
Filed: Jun 15, 2026 at 11:00 AM ET
Summary: Riley Pawlick, 17, faces new charges after a Knoxville I-40 stop led to a crash and pursuit.
WHO: Riley Pawlick, 17; Knoxville officer; KCSO inmate population
WHAT: Traffic stop escalated into a pursuit and crash; Pawlick was arrested and charged with reckless endangerment and evading arrest.
WHEN: Jun 15, 2026 at 9:20 AM ET
WHERE: Interstate 40 near West Hills, Knoxville; Gleason Drive apartment complex
WHY: Pawlick allegedly sped off after an officer reported smelling marijuana, leading to a crash while evading arrest.
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