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Shoplifting and Theft Typically Increase Around Christmas Season

Dec 02, 2020 at 11:33 am by WGNS

This time of year brings with it an increase of shoplifting. Murfreesboro Police Spokesperson Larry Flowers told WGNS that some thieves have been bold enough to fill a shoppin.... Read More

11 Murders and Approximately 120 Suicide, Overdose, Unknown Cause of Death Cases in Murfreesboro

Dec 02, 2020 at 11:15 am by WGNS

Murfreesboro Detectives continue to actively work cases involving shootings and murders. Detective James Abbott in the Violent Crimes Unit reported some of the numbers for 202.... Read More

Missing Person FOUND!

Dec 01, 2020 at 07:30 pm by WGNS

(MURFREESBORO) Police report that 39-year old Kristy Michelle Nickens was found safe in neighboring Nashville. A missing person report was filed on.... Read More

Murfreesboro Police Looking for Man in Suspected Attempted Shoplifting Incident

Dec 01, 2020 at 06:46 pm by WGNS

The Murfreesboro Police Department has issued a BOLO (Be On the Lookout) for a subject caught on camera allegedly attempting to steal merchandise from Lowe's. MPD detectives.... Read More

Suspect Pleads Guilty in Murfreesboro Sexual Battery Case - Victim Alleged to be 10-Years of Age

Dec 01, 2020 at 09:44 am by WGNS

A subject by the name of Ovi Lee Perez has been convicted in a Murfreesboro rape case. The case recently went before the Rutherford County Circuit Court under the Honorable Da.... Read More

Police K9 Sjaak's Celebration of Service Memorial Dec. 1

Nov 27, 2020 at 09:04 am by WGNS

Memorial plans have been set to honor the life and service of a La Vergne K9 who was shot and killed in the line of duty. The Sjaak Celebration of Service Memorial will take p.... Read More

Murfreesboro Police Hiring "Emergency Communications Specialist II"

Nov 25, 2020 at 10:10 am by WGNS

The Murfreesboro Police Department has recently brought on 18 new officers. Furthermore, they are still in need of hiring more law enforcement officers, as explained by Chief.... Read More

Murfreesboro Police: Missing / Endangered Teen FOUND SAFE

Nov 23, 2020 at 07:41 am by WGNS

UPDATE: A teenager who was listed as missing and / or endangered this past week in the Rutherford County area, has been located and is safe.According to Murfreesboro Police, t.... Read More

Subject Facing 26 Sexual Abuse Related Charges Against a Minor in Rutherford County

Nov 20, 2020 at 10:02 am by WGNS

WGNS NEWS - A five-day trial has been scheduled in a Rutherford County Circuit Courtroom for a man by the name of Juan Florentino.The 58-year old suspect is facing a long list.... Read More

UPDATE: LaVergne PD Announces Final Arrangements for K9 Killed in Line of Duty

Nov 19, 2020 at 11:34 am by WGNS

Final arrangements for the K9 killed in the line of duty have been announced by the La Vergne Police Department.Officers will meet at the Animal Medical Center at 234 River Ro.... Read More

Officer Involved Shooting in LaVergne - Alleged Shooter Dead, Police K9 Dead

Nov 18, 2020 at 11:24 pm by WGNS

UPDATE: One suspect is dead and now a K-9 officer (Police Dog) has been reported as deceased, all due to a shooting that happened on Tuesday, November 17th.Reports indicate th.... Read More

Arrest in Overdose Death of Smithville Woman - Fentanyl Contributing Factor

Nov 18, 2020 at 12:23 pm by WGNS

DEKALB COUNTY – A joint investigation by Special Agents with the Drug Investigation Division of the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation and the DeKalb County Sheriff&.... Read More

Murfreesboro Police Identify Alleged Auto Burglary Suspect

Nov 18, 2020 at 10:58 am by WGNS

UPDATE: The auto burglary suspect has been identified. Previous News Story: Murfreesboro authorities are on the lookout for an alleged auto burglary suspect.Detectives a.... Read More

More Details on the Arrest of Smyrna Man Accused of Aggravated Rape

Nov 17, 2020 at 10:30 am by WGNS

WGNS now has more details on a 39-year old Smyrna, TN man who was arrested on an aggravated rape charge October 25, 2020. Ilaz Neziri was arrested under a sealed indictment.On.... Read More

Missing 6-Year-Old in Murfreesboro Reported Missing - FOUND SAFE about an Hour Later

Nov 13, 2020 at 06:00 am by WGNS

A “Be On the Lookout (BOLO)” was issued Thursday evening for a MISSING JUVENILE in Murfreesboro, but later cancelled.Evidently, a 6-year-old boy was reported as mi.... Read More

Checkpoint's in Rutherford County

Nov 12, 2020 at 04:52 pm by WGNS

Three awareness checkpoints will be held Friday to combat the rising number of traffic deaths this year in Rutherford County, a Rutherford County Sheriff’s sergeant said.... Read More

No Charges Filed against Murfreesboro Man who Accidently Struck Pedestrian in Nashville

Nov 12, 2020 at 03:18 pm by WGNS

No charges are being filed against a Murfreesboro resident who accidently struck and killed a pedestrian in Nashville on Wednesday evening. Metro Police say that 45-year old C.... Read More

POLICE: HAVE YOU SEEN THIS MAN?

Nov 09, 2020 at 07:50 am by WGNS

Murfreesboro detectives need assistance identifying the person who allegedly stole six DEWALT cordless chainsaws from the Home Depot on Old Fort Pkwy. The theft was reported o.... Read More

Missing Teen Safely Located in Murfreesboro

Nov 09, 2020 at 07:30 am by WGNS

A 14-year-old that was reported as missing in Murfreesboro has been safely located, according to Murfreesboro Police Public Information Officer Larry Flowers.In a previous rep.... Read More

Nashville Police Ask: Do you Recognize these Subjects?

Nov 05, 2020 at 01:24 pm by WGNS

In nearby Nashville, North Precinct detectives are aiming to figure out the name of a subject who was caught on camera previous to firing multiple gunshots. The incident occur.... Read More