1985 Homicide of Betty Joyce Brown
On July 20, 1985 the burned body of Betty Joyce Brown,aka Simmons, was found in the woods at 3805 Maloney Road in South Knox County. The 29 year old Austin-East graduate had been stabbed before being burned. Ms. Brown was last seen on July 14, 1985 between midnight and 1:00am in front of the Bread Box at Magnolia Ave and Spruce Street. It is believed that Ms. Brown was offered and accepted a ride from an unknown subject. Ms. Brown’s last know address was 2737 Tarleton Ave. Initial investigation indicated that when Ms. Brown’s body was found, she had been dead approximately 1 week. Family members described Ms. Brown as being a “very sweet and loving mother.”
If you have any information please call the Knox County Sheriff’s Office Cold Case Unit at (865)-215-3520/3590 or e-mailcoldcase@knoxsheriff.org.
FAQs
To submit a request for an incident report online, please email your request to webreports@knoxsheriff.org. You can obtain a copy of a Crash Report at any of our three offices. Copies can be provided for incidents occurring in Knox County ONLY.
Can I call an inmate at Knox County Jail? ›
If you wish to contact an inmate, you can call 1-866-516-0115 and leave them a voicemail (up to 3 minutes), or use one of the other communications methods listed below. If you do not wish to receive calls from an inmate, simply call 1-866-516-0115 from the phone number that you wish to have blocked.
What is Knox County Sheriff Scan? ›
SCAN. These volunteers are the Sheriff's emissaries to the elderly and shut-in population of Knox County. They are trained to provide home visitations, security surveys, crime prevention counseling, and community agency referrals. SCAN cruisers and personnel are familiar and welcome additions to local neighborhoods.
How do I find out if someone has a warrant in Knoxville, Tennessee? ›
You can conduct a Tennessee Warrant Search through the local sheriff's office or police department, criminal background checks, and court records requests. Each county in Tennessee has its law enforcement agency, such as the sheriff's office or police department.
How do I complain to the OC sheriff? ›
Who will investigate my complaint?
- Complaints can be handled by the appropriate Division Commander or by our Internal Investigations Unit. ...
- After normal business hours, complaints can be made to the Sheriff's Department Commander at (714) 647-7000. ...
- Written complaints will also be accepted.
For report inquiries or general questions, please call 865-215-7231. The Records Unit strongly advises that you call ahead to confirm availability and cost of reports. 800 Howard Baker Jr Ave. Records office hours are Monday thru Friday between the hours of 8:00 am and 4:00 pm.
How to send messages to Knox County inmates? ›
You can use your phone or computer to send emails letters, and photos to an inmate. Messages are sent electronically to inmate tablets or kiosks at the facility. If you would like to send an message, start by searching for an inmate at Knox County Jail .
How do I video visit an inmate in Knox County Jail? ›
Click on Video Visitation or Onsite Visit. Set up an account with Securus. The Knox County Jail must then approve your visitor account. Once approved, you can schedule your visit online with a specific inmate.
How do I contact the Knox County Tennessee jail? ›
If you have any questions regarding the information you obtain, please call Inmate Services at 865-281-6700.
How do I get a local police scanner? ›
The best way to find an online police scanner for a particular city is to search the web for that city and "live police scanner." You can also use any of the following sites to browse police radio channels and listen. Some popular options: Broadcastify (US) OpenMHz (International)
A scanner is a radio receiver that checks ("scans") many channels quickly to allow you to listen to two-way radio calls. Two-way radios, used by police, fire and others, use short transmissions that occur on thousands of radio channels.
How do police scanner apps work? ›
Police scanner apps provide a legal and convenient way to listen in on emergency radio broadcasts and stay informed about local crime. The top police scanner apps offer features like real-time updates, notifications, and a variety of radio feeds from around the world.
How do I know if I have a warrant in Tennessee? ›
Citizens can conduct free warrant searches in Tennessee on local law enforcement websites. Another option for a free search is to contact a court clerk's office for warrant information. Usually, a person's name and date of birth may be required for the search.
Where can I see local arrests? ›
Individuals utilizing official sources can check the website of a local sheriff or police unit, which may feature some arrest information. A local law enforcement agency's website may also have an online database that the public can access to find out if someone is in jail following an arrest.
How do I find recent arrests in Tennessee? ›
How Do I Find Recent Arrests in Tennessee? Individuals can find recent arrests by visiting the website of a local law enforcement agency. For example, the Knox County Sheriff runs a 24 Hours in Custody webpage that displays people who have been recently detained for various crimes.
What is Knox County's non-emergency number? ›
Knox County Sheriff's Office
| Non-Emergency: | (865) 215-2444 |
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| Detention Facility: | (865) 281-6700 |
| Teleserve: | (865) 215-2243 |
call 740-397-2222 opt 1 for non emergency calls and.
How do I email the Essex County Sheriff's Office? ›
The Essex County Sheriff's Office welcomes your comments, suggestions and crime tips. Please contact us at crimestoppers@essexsheriff.com.
