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UPDATED Oct 14, 2026 at 10:20 PM ET
Oct 14, 2026 at 1:20 PM ET
Man charged after fire at North Knoxville church
By The BriefBrief · Sources (1)
A 43-year-old man faces arson and burglary charges after investigators say he broke into North Knoxville Baptist Church and set a fire Wednesday morning. No injuries were reported. The congregation plans to hold its Sunday service in the church gymnasium as it begins recovering from the damage.
WHO: A 43-year-old man, investigators and the North Knoxville Baptist Church congregation
WHAT: A 43-year-old man was charged with arson and burglary after a fire at North Knoxville Baptist Church.
WHEN: Reported Oct 14, 2026 at 9:02 PM ET
WHERE: Knoxville, Tennessee
WHY: Investigators say the man broke into the church and set the fire.
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