The Knoxville Police Department says violent and property crime are down across the city in 2026. Homicides have fallen 36% and nonfatal shootings 30% from the same point in 2025; vehicle burglaries are down 44%, including 46% in the Central District, and auto thefts have dropped 25%. KPD said all seven homicide suspects in cases this year have been arrested.
WHO:The Knoxville Police Department.
WHAT:KPD reported declines in violent and property crime in Knoxville in 2026.
WHEN:Reported Oct 21, 2026 at 9:03 AM ET
WHERE:Knoxville, Tennessee
WHY:Reason not reported.
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