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6 days ago
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Oak Ridge Police increase patrols in Scarboro neighborhood after block party shooting
OAK RIDGE, Tenn. (WATE) — Oak Ridge Police Chief Robin Smith said the department has increased patrols in the Scarboro neighborhood following a shooting that injured multiple over Memorial Day weekend. The shooting occurred at a block party around S. Benedict Avenue in the early hours of May 25. Nine people were shot and one person was stabbed. All ten victims survived. Judge grants Kenneth DeHart new preliminary hearing Smith said in a statement to 6 News that the Oak Ridge Police Department has increased its presence in the Scarboro area in response. Officers are conducting regular drive-throughs and foot patrols in the area. Smith said the goal is to both deter further violence and engage with community members to build community trust. ORPD command staff met with local faith and community leaders as well as NAACP members to discuss ongoing efforts and future steps. ▶ See more top stories on 'We urge residents to speak with our officers—whether it's to share information, voice concerns, or simply to connect,' Smith said. 'Public safety is a shared responsibility, and we are here to reduce the incidence and fear of crime in Oak Ridge.' Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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21-05-2025
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Oak Ridge gets $2.5M in state funds for police bodycams
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — The Oak Ridge Police Department will soon be equipped with body-worn cameras, state lawmakers announced Wednesday. State Rep. Rick Scarbrough and Lt. Governor Randy McNally, two Republicans representing Oak Ridge, secured $2.5 million in state funding for the initiative. The money was provided through Tennessee's Violent Crime Intervention Fund, which gives grants to local law enforcement agencies for various violent crime reduction efforts. Deputy indicted in fatal Morgan County shooting previously sued over use of force as Oak Ridge police officer Scarborough was elected to the Tennessee House last year after serving 23 years with the Clinton Police Department, including the last 16 years as Chief of Police. Both lawmakers hailed the funding as a critical tool to boost transparency and accountability for law enforcement. 'Body-worn cameras enhance transparency and accountability while strengthening trust between officers and the communities they serve,' Scarbrough said. 'As a former law enforcement officer, I understand how important it is to provide our officers the tools they need to do their jobs safely and effectively. I'm grateful to my colleagues in the General Assembly for recognizing this need and prioritizing public safety in this year's budget.' The $2.5 million appropriation is part of the state's $59.8 billion budget passed by lawmakers in April. ▶ See more top stories on 'This investment provides a vital tool to the Oak Ridge Police that builds trust, transparency and accountability in our public safety system,' McNally said. 'Body cameras protect our officers from false accusations, provide critical evidence in criminal cases and strengthen public confidence in our justice system. It's a common-sense investment in safer, more effective policing.' Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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21-05-2025
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Oak Ridge police officer resigns after domestic violence arrest
OAK RIDGE, Tenn. (WATE) — A member of the Oak Ridge Police Department has resigned after being charged with domestic assault. A city spokesperson told 6 News that William Cranmore resigned from the Oak Ridge Police Department on Tuesday. He was arrested Saturday after Anderson County deputies responded to a report of a domestic incident at a home on Oak Ridge Highway. Oak Ridge gets $2.5M in state funds for police bodycams According to an affidavit, the victim told investigators that 'things got heated and he got aggressive' after Cranmore came to the home to discuss their upcoming divorce and wanted to retrieve a gun that had been left at the home. '[Victim] said as William was going for the gun, he pushed her down, put his knee in her neck, then started hitting her in the face,' deputies reported. 'William told her he would 'Title 33′ her and take her to the hospital for help.' In Tennessee Code, Title 33 refers to laws regarding mental health, substance abuse and intellectual and developmental disabilities. The victim reported that she was not suicidal and had no thoughts of harming herself. Cranmore faces one count of misdemeanor domestic assault. ▶ See more top stories on He joined the department in July 2021 as a public safety dispatcher trainee and became a dispatcher in May 2022. He was promoted to police officer on November 28, 2024. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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15-05-2025
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Veterans relay carrying flag across the country to pass through Knoxville
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — Twelve military veterans are running the American Flag from San Diego to Washington, D.C. They are scheduled to pass through Knoxville Thursday night. The Old Glory Ultra Relay is set to pass through Knoxville on Thursday around 8:30 p.m. near Turkey Creek. State Senator Becky Duncan-Massey asked people to line the street near 10950 Parkside Drive in Knoxville to support the runners. 'A stronger city for them' Oak Ridge Police Department hosts memorial ceremony The veterans are trying to raise $1 million for veterans' health and set a world record. So far, they have raised nearly $300,000. 'The relay will challenge the limits of human endurance, traversing diverse terrains and weathering all conditions, day and night,' the group's website explains. 'That's right! The flag never stops moving.' As of around 1:45 p.m. Thursday, the relay team is between Crossville and Crab Orchard. Check their progress on their website. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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15-05-2025
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‘A stronger city for them' Oak Ridge Police Department hosts memorial ceremony
OAK RIDGE, Tenn. (WATE) — The Oak Ridge Police Department hosted a Peace Officers Memorial Day Ceremony Thursday morning. As part of national police week, the ceremony at A.K. Bissell Park Pavilion honored those who have given their lives in the line of duty. 3-year-old boy drowns in West Knox County 'It means a lot to see the support from the community that shows up for this event and just feel that love,' said Oak Ridge Chief of Police Robin Smith. He added that one of his favorite parts of the event is talking to the retired police officers who served before him. Oak Ridge Mayor Warren Gooch described the day as one of remembrance, thanks and celebration for all law enforcement personnel, past and present. 'We've lost two outstanding officers this year from the Oak Ridge Police Department, and their family members were here today, and again, that makes it even more special,' Gooch said. 'Never take your safety for granted. The men and women who are on the street 24-hours-a-day are there to be sure that you're protected, that your rights are protected. And we are a stronger country and a stronger city for them.' Mechanical issue delays opening of Oak Ridge Outdoor Pool Smith talked about his old lieutenant badge made in 1957. When he first received it, he wondered how many people had worn it before him and what they went through, he shared. He said he wondered how it got its scratches. He explained that badge made him realize that his actions reflect not only on himself but on all officers, and he has a duty — both to those serving now and to those who came before — to represent them well. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
