La Vergne Police

La Vergne Police Welcomes New Officer, Honors Academy Graduate

Mar 28, 2026 at 08:05 pm by WGNS News

La VERGNE, TN (WGNS) - The La Vergne Police Department celebrated both new beginnings and hard‑earned accomplishments during a ceremony Friday (3/27/2026) at La Vergne City.... Read More

LPR Technology Quickly Locates Missing La Vergne Child in Alabama

Mar 27, 2026 at 07:59 pm by WGNS News

La VERGNE, TN (WGNS) - A 7-year-old child reported missing in a custodial interference case has been located safely in Alabama, and the non-custodial parent involved is now in.... Read More

Ascension Saint Thomas Rutherford Salutes Our First Responders--Service on the Front Lines

Mar 24, 2026 at 10:21 am by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN (WGNS) - First Responder Wellness Week (March 23–29) is now underway across the country, Ascension Saint Thomas Behavioral Health Hospital is usi.... Read More

Major Drug Bust in La Vergne Follows Months‑Long Joint Investigation

Feb 27, 2026 at 09:32 am by WGNS News

La VERGNE, TN (WGNS)- A major narcotics investigation involving the La Vergne Police Department, Metro Nashville Police, and multiple state and federal partners has led to o.... Read More

La Vergne Police Report Waldron Road Snarl Cleared After Hours-Long Closure

Feb 17, 2026 at 06:03 pm by WGNS News

La VERGNE, TN (WGNS) - Drivers in La Vergne hit an unexpected snag Tuesday (2/17/2026) afternoon when police issued a traffic alert for Waldron Road—right as the eveni.... Read More

Stolen Kia and Hyundai Race Through Hermitage, Smyrna, and La Vergne Before Officers Intervene

Feb 17, 2026 at 10:27 am by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - What started as a routine observation by Metro Nashville detectives quickly escalated into a fast-moving, multi-agency pursuit stretching fro.... Read More

Homeless Relocation Bill, Armed Guard Law Questions, and Disaster Aid for Rutherford County | Feb. 9, 2026

Feb 09, 2026 at 04:45 am by Dalton Barrett

Show Notes – Monday, February 9, 2026 The Rutherford Roundup In Today’s Episode: State Representative Tim Rudd introduces House Bill 1671, co-sponsored by S.... Read More

Felony Evading Charges Filed After Reckless Crash, Gas Leak in La Vergne

Jan 30, 2026 at 05:51 pm by WGNS News

UPDATE: LA VERGNE, Tenn. — A dangerous late-night pursuit in La Vergne ended in a crash, a ruptured gas line, and neighborhood evacuations after a driver attempted to fl.... Read More

La Vergne Police Bring Christmas Hope

Dec 18, 2025 at 08:21 am by WGNS News

La VERGNE, TN - On December 14, 2025 the La Vergne Police Department opened its doors and its heart, hosting the annualLa Vergne Police Bring Christmas Hope with the support.... Read More

Touch-a-Truck Returns to Murfreesboro with Helicopter, Boat, and Fire Engines

Sep 25, 2025 at 06:46 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. – Trucks, a helicopter, and even a boat will be on display at the annual Touch-a-Truck event, happening Saturday, Sept. 27, from 10 a.m. to noon.... Read More

Missing Woman Found Deceased in La Vergne, Police Investigating

Sep 17, 2025 at 04:37 pm by WGNS News

LA VERGNE, Tenn. – A young woman reported missing on Tuesday evening was found dead the following afternoon outside of a business on Murfreesboro Road in La Vergne..... Read More

Teamwork Between Dispatch, Police, and EMS Rescues Rutherford County Baby

Sep 15, 2025 at 10:41 pm by WGNS News

La Vergne, TN – Quick action by La Vergne dispatchers, police, and Rutherford County EMS saved the life of an infant early Monday morning. At around 5:00 a.m., dispatch.... Read More

La Vergne Police Seek Dashcam Footage After Armed Robbery on I-24

Aug 26, 2025 at 07:06 pm by WGNS Radio News

LA VERGNE, Tenn. (WGNS) - The La Vergne Police Department is appealing to the public for dashcam footage following an armed robbery on Interstate 24 West between Sam Ridley Pa.... Read More

Suspect in Custody After Active Shooter Incident at Smyrna Liquor Store

Jul 16, 2025 at 03:58 pm by WGNS News

SMYRNA, Tenn. (WGNS) – A gunman who opened fire inside Legacy Wine and Spirits on Lee Victory Parkway Tuesday afternoon was taken into custody after a tense four-hour st.... Read More

UPDATE: Man Fatally Shot While Driving on I-24 in Rutherford County

Jul 12, 2025 at 02:40 pm by WGNS

LA VERGNE, Tenn. (WGNS) — A Rutherford County man was killed Saturday morning after being shot while driving along Interstate 24, triggering a massive law enforceme.... Read More

La Vergne Police Step Up Summer Drug and Traffic Enforcement in Dual Operations

Jul 07, 2025 at 07:00 am by WGNS Radio News

LA VERGNE, Tenn. – A series of law enforcement efforts over several days has led to multiple arrests and the seizure of illegal drugs, as La Vergne Police continue their.... Read More

Traffic Stop in La Vergne Leads to Drug Bust Early Sunday Morning

Jun 23, 2025 at 07:20 am by WGNS News

Traffic Stop in La Vergne Leads to Drug Bust Early Sunday Morning In the early morning hours of Sunday, a routine traffic stop in a quiet La Vergne neighborhood led to a sign.... Read More

La Vergne Police, Community Teamwork Lead to Swift Arrest After Dangerous Early Morning Encounter

Jun 18, 2025 at 05:31 pm by WGNS

La Vergne, TN - A determined effort by La Vergne Police officers and assistance from vigilant citizens led to the successful apprehension of a suspect following a high-ri.... Read More

Two Arrested Following Pursuit and Drug Investigation in La Vergne

Jun 16, 2025 at 09:44 pm by WGNS News

LA VERGNE, Tenn. — A high-speed pursuit on Jefferson Pike led to two arrests on Thursday, June 12th, 2025, after a male suspect fled from a traffic stop initiated.... Read More

La Vergne Police Department Launches Cutting-Edge Drone Team, Advancing Public Safety Efforts

Jun 03, 2025 at 02:14 pm by WGNS

La Vergne, TN - The La Vergne Police Department continues its forward momentum under the leadership of Chief Christopher Moews (pronounced “Mays”). marking a.... Read More