Rutherford County crime news

UPDATED: Internet Provider Scams, Bank Scams and Scammers who Pose as Local Law Enforcement

Dec 08, 2025 at 10:19 am by WGNS News

Recent Internet Scams - WGNS has more scams to bring you up-to-date on, with the first episode focusing on, “If It Sounds Too Good to Be True, It Definitely Is..... Read More

BUYER BEWARE: Recently Stolen UTVs and Trailer in Coffee County Could Surface in Rutherford County or Other Nearby Areas

Nov 25, 2025 at 01:23 pm by WGNS News

COFFEE COUNTY, TN — Just 24 miles east of the Rutherford County line, the Coffee County Sheriff’s Department is asking residents to stay alert after two side-by-si.... Read More

Rutherford County Deputies Seek Suspect in I-24 Road Rage Shooting in Murfreesboro

Nov 13, 2025 at 08:17 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — The Rutherford County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help in identifying the suspect responsible for a road rage s.... Read More

Rutherford County Felon Now Facing Federal Charges After Allegedly Firing Stolen Rifle in Nashville

Nov 06, 2025 at 11:38 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN — The man accused of driving through South Nashville Wednesday (11/05/25) morning while firing a stolen AR-15 rifle is a convicted felon who was on.... Read More

La Vergne Police Rescue Newborn, Arrest Suspect in Kidnapping Case

Oct 28, 2025 at 09:36 am by WGNS News

La Vergne, Tenn. — La Vergne Police officers demonstrated swift and coordinated teamwork during a recent emergency call involving a kidnapped newborn baby. According to.... Read More

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Rutherford County Sheriff Identifies 1970s Murder Victim, Seeks Public’s Help in Solving Cold Case (With Video)

Oct 06, 2025 at 11:26 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — The Rutherford County Sheriff’s Office announced Monday morning that investigators have successfully identified a homicide victim from the un.... Read More

Rutherford County Detectives Honored for Solving Noah Taylor Road Rage Murder

Sep 24, 2025 at 08:12 pm by WGNS News

Rutherford County, TN - Rutherford County Sheriff’s Detective Thomas Burnett and Detective Christian Wrather were honored as recipients of the Law Enforcement Officer.... Read More

Two Injured in Targeted Shooting at Old Fort Park in Murfreesboro

Sep 14, 2025 at 05:20 pm by WGNS Radio News

UPDATED: MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (Release from MPD) — Detectives with the Murfreesboro Police Department’s Violent Crimes Unit arrested a man accused of opening fire i.... Read More

La Vergne Police Report Busy August with 2,453 Calls and 210 Arrests

Sep 08, 2025 at 10:36 am by WGNS News

LA VERGNE, Tenn. – The month of August proved to be another busy one for the La Vergne Police Department. Officers responded to 2,453 calls for service, resultin.... Read More

Rutherford County DA Confirms 120-Year Sentence in Attempted Murder Case that Occurred in a Local Bar

Sep 08, 2025 at 07:20 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. – WGNS has more news on the judicial progress of a criminal case that began two years ago at a bar on Halls Hill Pike, about a mile past MTSU.... Read More

K9 Deputy Price and K9 Hector Named August Officers of the Month

Aug 19, 2025 at 11:50 pm by WGNS News

Rutherford County, TN — K9 Deputy Aaron Price and his K9 partner, Hector, have been recognized as Officers of the Month for August after their teamwork led to the disc.... Read More

Wednesday, July 16th, 2025: Rural suicide rates in TN higher than urban areas, Smyrna active shooter suspect in custody & more

Jul 16, 2025 at 04:45 am by Dalton Barrett

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