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A Murfreesboro man will spend the rest of his life in prison without the possibility of parole for aggravated rape of a child. He’s the first person in Rutherford County to face the tougher penalty under an amended Tennessee State law. READ MORE BELOW:
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Molly Spies has been located!!!!! She came to the Murfreesboro Police Department earlier this morning. Her parents have been reunited with her and have taken her to be evaluated medically. She is safe!! Thanks to everyone for the shared and prayers!
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MPD deployed tear gas at the intersection of E. Main and Middle Tenn. Blvd. A crowd of protesters was blocking the intersection and was almost hit by traffic. An armored vehicle was vandalized, a brick thrown through window of Whiskey Dix on Square. Curfew is in effect.
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17 year old Molly Spies last seen on 3/7/2018 at Just Love Coffee on MTCS Blvd. The Oakland High School student is a white female, 5’5”, 120 lbs with brown hair and green eyes. She has heart condition that requires medication Call MPD 615-893-1311 with any info.
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MPD officers &
@BoroFireRescue
firefighters have been busy these past few days responding to hundreds of calls for service & crashes. Thursday, they took time out of their busy day to have some fun - a good-ole snowball fight with some kids. Thanks Isai Garcia for sharing video.
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The calls for service you don't often hear about. An elderly lady called 9-1-1 to report her water wasn't working. Her water was turned off for non payment.
@BoroFireRescue
Cpt. David Bricker & Ofc. J. Davis gave money to purchase water, food & snacks. Her family was notified.
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A glimmer of hope amidst the flooding devastation from Hurricane Helene in East TN, a dog stranded atop a 20-foot tree is safely rescued thanks to MPD’s K9 Kari.
Kari and Ofc, Alexander, were assisting a search team from the
@kingsportfire
. More on Facebook
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The shooting at MTSU is a tragedy for our community. We mourned with the family who lost a loved one.
At 8:51 p.m. MPD and MTSU Police responded to a shooting on campus and found two people suffering from gunshot wounds near the Murphy Center. 1 dead 1 injured. READ MORE BELOW
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Community Policing Unit Ofc. Stephen Speedy” Luter was challenged to a foot race by some young men on E. Castle/University St. and came away with the win. This is what the C.O.P.S. Unit is all about, bridging the gap between the police and the community.
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MPD responded to strong armed robbery of an armored truck at an ATM on N. Thompson Lane at 9:13 a.m. on Wed., Nov. 21. Male suspect ran inside Jason Deli. A MPD officer fired shots striking the man. Suspect taken to hospital. His condition is unknown. Scene is contained.
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Murfreesboro Mayor declares local 'State of Emergency'
Peaceful assembly in the city was followed by violence.
Curfew went into effect Sunday, May 31 at 6:30 p.m.
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From a gorgeous sunrise to heavy snowfall. Thank you MPD officers for all you do in the sun, rain, and snow protecting and serving the wonderful residents of the City of Murfreesboro.
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The Murfreesboro Police Department joins in prayer for Metro Nashville Police Officer Josh Baker who was shot in the line of duty Friday morning. 🙏🙏🙏
@MNPDNashville
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Had to share this photo taken by Jacob Hyde of Officer Matt Harvey who stopped to help a driver. The SUV ran out of gas and needed a jump start Thursday morning. Sometimes it’s the little things we do that means the most.
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Thank you Officer Ben Leibach for sending this photo. MPD officers have been braving the icy, snowy streets since the ice storm hit. Do them a favor and stay off the streets if you can. If you have to get out drive carefully.
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Let It Snow! Officer Parker captured this beautiful snow photo of a MPD patrol unit in front Historic Rutherford County Courthouse this morning. Be careful driving today!
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Special thank you to Murfreesboro resident Idara Udofia who presented MPD with this beautiful canvas on Monday. Udofia says she wanted to show her support for the men and women of this department as well as Rutherford County Sheriff's Office.
@RCTNSheriff
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The Home Depot Murfreesboro donated a gas grill to the Murfreesboro Police Department Thursday morning. A manager said they donated the grill to say thank you to MPD for being there for us and helping the community. NATIONAL LAW ENFORCEMENT APPRECIATION DAY
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CAT IN THE HAT: MPD Rookie Ofc. Wes Cantrell and Field Training Ofc. Jessica Hawkins were flagged down by a driver at a bank asking for help removing a cat from his car's wheel well. Cantrell used his hat to rescue the little cutie. A friend fostered it & it was taken to PAWS.
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Missing Person: Mya Fuller was last seen in Murfreesboro on July 29. Her family is worried because she never leaves home for an extended period of time without calling or answering text messages. She may be driving a gray Toyota, tag # 0W3-1L6. Det. Presley 629-201-5615.
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UPDATE: A person of interest has been identified in last night’s shooting at MTSU following the Riverdale High School graduation. Detectives are in the process of locating him.
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ALERT UPDATE!
Murfreesboro's 911 lines, and non-emergency lines, are currently down. AT&T is experiencing an outage. Please call 629-201-5056 until further notice.
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Homeowner not facing charges for shooting and killing intruder, injuring another
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@MNPDNashville
Our thoughts and prayers are with
@MNPDNashville
and the family of Ofc. John Anderson.
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MPD Criminal Investigations Division detectives are investigating a home invasion where the homeowner shoots two intruders, killing one and injuring the other on Friday night. 52-year-old Kevin Ford was pronounced dead at the scene. READ MORE BELOW:
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Blue Angels Murfreesboro fly-over.
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Thank you to Rutherford County Turning Point USA for delivering treat bags to MPD officers. Hannah Faulkner and Elle Scott presented Sgt. Sean Martin with the treat bags.
@TPUSA
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TRAFFIC GRIDLOCK
Streets and road across Murfreesboro are slick and dangerous. MPD officers and
@BoroFireRescue
have responded to multiple crashes, stranded vehicles, jack knifed semis, cars in ditches, etc. Drive with caution. Please stay home and off the roads if you can.
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In loving memory of Officer Don Schubert. Thank you for your 26 years of service to the Murfreesboro Police Department and the City of Murfreesboro. You will be deeply missed.
#restinpeace
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Congratulations to Murfreesboro Fire Rescue Department Assistant Chief Allen Swader on his retirement. He dedicated 29 years to fire service. Police Chief Michael Bowen is proud to call him friend.
@BoroFireRescue
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Look at what showed up in the back parking lot of MPD Headquarters today - a Coyote!
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We stand with the
@Rutherford
County Sheriff’s Office in the loss of Detective Jacob Beu. Beu had many friends at MPD. We extend our condolences to his family and his RCSO family.
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MPD Officers assisted with traffic control at a drive-through testing site for the COVID-19 at Murfreesboro Medical Clinic Thursday. Medical professionals swabbed people for the Coronavirus who had already been screened by the Rutherford Co. Health Depart. or local physicians.
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Good job MPD K9 Officer Angela Alexander and K9 G-Man who assisted in find a missing woman Monday.
Rescuers who saved a missing woman today were
@RCSOTNSheriff
's Deputies Anthony Bragg, Brad Harwell and Richard Tidwell, Murfreesboro Police K9 Officer Angela Alexander and G-Man, and Rutherford County Emergency Medical Services Paramedics Brandon Smith and Heather Tate.
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If you buy or sell items online, please keep in mind we have a safe, video recorded meet up area right in front of our Headquarters on N. Highland Ave. Just look for the green signs! We also invite you to use our lobby if you would rather exchange items inside.
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Meet Officer Snow. Officer Snow says stay off the roads until conditions improve. Snow says if you have to get out, slow down and drive with care. Snow is also leading by example by wearing a mask.
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We had another critter to visit MPD Headquarters. This cute little owl ended up on a window ledge of our Records Department. Our records employees named it, "Hooter."
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2 people arrested for violating the Governor’s Emergency Curfew Order.
1 person overcome by tear gas, treated on scene, refused transport.
1 person received medical treatment after a fainting episode on Square.
No injuries to police.
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A robbery suspect is in custody after ramming a patrol car, leading officers on a short pursuit on Cason Lane and causing a multi-vehicle crash at New Salem Hwy. A multi-agency investigation is currently underway.
@RCTNSheriff
@THPNashville
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TRAFFIC ALERT
Old Fort Pwky. bridge over I-24 has a layer of ice which caused a driver of a car to slide into the side of the trailer of an semi truck around 7:20 a.m. Only minor injuries reported.
@cityofmborotn
Street Dept. crews are spreading salt on the bridge.
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The snowdome is broken! We have snow covered streets all over town. If you do not have to be out, please don't. So far we have only had a few property damage crashes. If you have a crash without injuries or need assistance please remember to call 615-893-1311 instead of 911.
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Sgt. Keith Sanders sees a man he knows in the street using a walker. Turns out he had missed the Rover bus. Sanders concerned for the man’s safety gave him a ride. His name is Stanley, a Pearl Harbor War Veteran. He will turn 94 in May.
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A man took his own life inside Peck Hall on the MTSU campus this morning. There was no threat to the campus. The man, a contractor worker, was in the building alone. Classes in Peck Hall have been canceled for the day. MPD is leading the investigation into the unattended death.
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A routine traffic stop by Murfreesboro Police Department Directed Patrol Unit officers nets nearly three-quarters of a million dollars, drugs, and loaded guns on Wednesday, Feb. 9. Police arrested two people.
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TRAFFIC ALERT: PART OF DEJARNETTE LANE IN FRONT OF PROVIDENCE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY IS CLOSED. EMERGENCY PERSONNEL ARE ON THE SCENE OF A SMALL PLANE CRASH. MEDICS HAVE TRANSPORTED THE PILOT TO HOSPITAL. PLEASE FIND ALTERNATE ROUTE. FAA WILL BE INVESTIGATING.
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Our thoughts and prayers are with our law enforcement partners at the La Vergne Police Department as they mourn the loss of K9 Sjaaak.
@LaVergneTNPD
@k9sofvalor
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We take a moment to remember the First Responders and others who lost their lives September 11, 2001. Our thoughts and prayers are with each family as we remember 18 years later.
#remember911
#911Anniversary
#Remembering
911
#NeverForgotten
#WeAreOne
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Domestic violence detective retires
Murfreesboro Police Department Domestic Violence Detective Kelvin T. Jones is retiring after 25-years of dedicated service with the department.
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Our hearts are with our community partners
@WGNSRadio
during this time of loss. You all are in our prayers .
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4--year-old Mason Belew wants to be a police officer when he grows up. Today, his parents surprised him with a visit to MPD. Thanks Officers Cormac Chandler, Wesley Cantrell & Brendan Myers for making Mason's day. Junior Officer Mason even arrested Cantrell.
#cutenessoverload
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From now to the end of the month, you will be seeing more traffic officers in different school zones enforcing traffic laws. Please slow down, wear your seat belt, avoid distracted driving, and follow all other rules of the road.
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Officer Terry Spence gave a High🖐🏼 every runner till THE VERY last participant at the
@TheMiddleHalf
on Sat.
@aauwmurfreesboro
said, "Murfreesboro TN Police Department should be proud of their officers for being so kind, supportive & enthusiastic!"
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Congratulations to Lieutenant Garry Carter on his appointment to the Tennessee Peace Officers Standards and Training Commission (POST) by Governor Bill Lee. The appointment is effective immediately and runs through March 26, 2023.
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ICY ROADS
Reports of ice on bridges, overpasses and some roadways in Murfreesboro. The city street crews and TDOT have salted most of the roadways. Many are wet with some patchy spots. 23 calls for service since 6 a. m. Please slow down and drive with care. Photos: Near MTSU
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MPD Officer D. Nicholson captured this stunning sunrise, with a patrol SUV in the foreground, Thursday morning in the parking lot of the old State Farm building on Memorial Blvd.
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TRAFFIC ALERT: (1/11/21 9:00 a.m.) MPD has responded about three dozen minor traffic and property damage crashes so far, mainly due to the snow and slick roads. Also a handful of minor injury crashes. Drivers are urged to slow down and drive carefully.
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Shots fired at officers who were investigating a motor vehicle crash in Murfreesboro. Search for suspect is underway. No reported injuries at this time.
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Semaj Batey pulled over Officers Daniel Whitworth and Seth Hanson earlier this month. Every time he sees a officer he must tell them how he is going to become a
#soldier
a
#firefighter
and
#policeofficer
. Semaj got to sit in the front seat of the patrol car.
#CommunityPolicing
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HAPPY DOG DAY!
MPD K9s were front and center today as we pause to say Happy Dog Day.
G-Man, K9 Ruger, K9 Rowdy, K9 Helio. Not pictured: K9 Boomer, K9 Beau, K9 Zeus, and K9 Travis.
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Congratulations to Chief Mike Walker on his retirement from
@LaVergneTNPD
. Walker dedicated most of his life to the law enforcement profession and serving others; now he will sit back and enjoy his family and grandchildren. A man of faith who will be missed.
@LPD_Chief
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MPD has apparently been put in Facebook Jail. On Wed., Feb. 22, 2024, the department’s FB page mysteriously disappeared. We have contacted the Facebook Support Team to determine the cause and hopefully mitigate the issue to restore the page. Follow our X Page for PD Info.
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Officer Eric DeLeon leading a July 4th kid’s bike parade in the Sheffield Park Neighborhood.
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SLY AS A FOX; IN THIS CASE FOXES: MPD had some surprise visitors today. Two foxes decided to test out the rooftops of our fleet of new vehicles. Crime Scene Tech KayLee Cook captured the photo evidence.
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🚨 If you receive a call from someone claiming to be Captain Reko Hathaway or Public Information Officer Larry Flowers saying there is a warrant for your arrest, its a scam. MPD will never ask for a fine to be paid over the phone or with a gift card. Simply hang up!
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Former MPD Officer and current Blackman High School Criminal Justice teacher Daniel Parkhurst brought two of his Criminal Justice classes to MPD for a tour of the new headquarters building. Thanks Sgt. Amy Denton for serving as tour guide.
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The 1900 block of Medical Center Pkwy. from Thompson Lane to Joe Knight Dr. is closed due to incident. First responders are assessing the situation. Find an alternate route. Expect traffic delays. You can still access St. Thomas Rutherford Hospital from Broad Street side.
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Murfreesboro Police Department has set up four mobile surveillance cameras at local retail establishments ahead of Black Friday shopping. The surveillance trailers will not only deter crime but will give police an extra set of eyes during the busy shopping week.
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MPD & MFRD are on scene of a shooting at the 7 Eleven Exxon on Joe. B Jackson Pkwy. Two people were shots around 2:30 p.m. Two gunmen in custody. Detectives are investigating the motive. 7 Eleven & Burger King is closed. Traffic delays on Joe B. Jackson. Find an alternate route.
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Several weeks ago, Ofr. W. Seal was patrolling a neighborhood and saw several youngsters throwing items at something in a tree on Benley Street. It turns out their football was stuck. Officer Seal helped get the football out of the tree, and started playing toss with them.
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Body worn camera video shows the man charging a MPD officer with two large knives in his hands. The officer discharged his service weapon, striking the man. The 44-year-old man later died from his injuries at the hospital. The TBI is conducting an independent investigation.
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Members of Murfreesboro Fire Rescue Department and Murfreesboro Police Department salute Marion County Sheriff’s Office Detective Matt Blansett as his body was escorted through Murfreesboro. Blansett and THP Sgt. Lee Russell died in a helicopter crash.
@BoroFireRescue
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ALERT UPDATE: Murfreesboro 911 has been re-established but your name and location may not be seen by dispatchers. Please give your name and location to dispatchers immediately. Non-emergency lines are still down. Please call 629-201-5056 for non-emergency related calls.
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🚨TRAFFIC ALERT🚨
Bringing
@RCTNSheriff
Detective Jake Beu home will result in road closures Thurs. and Fri. I-24 will be closed during the procession starting after noon Thurs. from the Briley Parkway Exit 54 in Nashville to the Old Fort Parkway Exit 78A. More details on FB.
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Tire changing officers. Last week Officer Pam Goslee, Officer Cami Stamps, and Officer Kelly Liggett assisted a group of young ladies with changing a flat tire near the corner of Halls Hill Pike and S. Rutherford Blvd. Good job ladies!!!
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HIGH WATER/FLOODED STREETS
Several streets across the City of Murfreesboro are closed due to high water/flooding. Please avoid the following streets:
E. Overall Creek Rd / New Salem Hwy
Saint Andrews Dr. / Genoa Dr.
S. Molloy Ln / Bridge Ave.
Heritage Park Dr. / Ward Dr.
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Over the past 3 to 4 weeks, there has been an increase in crashes on Medical Ctr. Pkwy from The Avenue to Manson PK. On Wed. (7/13) the MPD Traffic Unit increased officer presence in hopes of reducing crashes. Handsfree, speeding, careless driving & other citations were issued.
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MPD Detective Jennifer West was honored today by the Secret Service Department of Homeland Security for being a top computer forensic examiner in the country. Congratulations Detective West, great work!!
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Great work by our evening shift officers tonight!
BREAKING: Wanted Top Ten fugitive Jesse Laurin in is in custody, after being arrested in Murfreesboro tonight.
Thanks for your help to spread the word!
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53 crashes reported this morning so far throughout the City. Temp = 18. Ice is here and roads are dangerous.
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HIGH WATER WAS REPORTED AT THE FOLLOWING STREETS.
1123 Glaze Dr
Patriot Dr/Lascassas Pike
E Northfield Blvd/N TN Blvd
1500 Blk N Highland Ave
Cherry Ln/Admiral Nimitz Blvd
Saint Andrews Dr/Genoa Dr
5200 Blk Saint Ives Dr
Wilkinson Pike/Greshampark Dr
S Church St/Lansdan
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A big shout out to all MPD officers and supervisors, seen and unseen, who kept watch over Murfreesboro City Schools students
@MCScommunicates
at the
@MT_WBB
@LipscombWBB
game at the Murphy Center Wednesday.
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MPD officers stood in salute with
@BoroFireRescue
,
@RutherfordEms
and
@RCTNSheriff
as
@LaVergneTNPD
Officer Brandon Joyner was escorted to his visitation and funeral. MFRD Ladder 11 crew hoisted a large flag above the Medical Center overpass on I-24 as the processional passed.
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NEW: BOLO CANCELED! Esrael Miller has been safely located. Thanks everyone for sharing.
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NEIGHBORHOOD ALERT
A small group has reached out to the Murfreeesboro Emergency Communications Center to advise they will gather in the downtown area showing support for the 2nd Amendment on Sunday afternoon, June 11. MPD and the
@RCTNSheriff
have been made aware.
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MPD is investigating the assault & stabbing of a man that took place in the parking lot of Kelton Hardware on Old Fort Pkwy. at 5:12 p.m., Fri. Nov. 24. The male victim was beaten and stabbed multiple times by three individuals. Ongoing investigation. More details on Facebook.
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SIMPLY PRECIOUS! MPD Officer Matt Meguiar's daughter Ellie has been setting up a little “shop” in her room selling random items. She’s been giving the money to her dad to bring to work and instructing him to give it out to any homeless people he comes across in Murfreesboro.
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UPDATE: BOLO CANCELED! The bank robber has been captured. He was located by officers in a tree line behind Miller Coliseum.
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Murfreeesboro Police School Safety Education Officer (SSEO) Larry Maples takes time out of his busy schedule to read to Cason Lane Academy student Brianna Clark.
@CLAchargers
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Update on Ofc Stern: serious internal injuries but stable at this time. Please continue to keep him and his family in your prayers.
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THE CESSNA SINGLE ENGINE PLANE THAT CRASHED IN MURFREESBORO JUST BEFORE 9 A.M. HAS BEEN MOVED FROM THE SCENE AND TAKEN TO A SECURE LOCATION. THE PILOT WAS ALERT & TALKING AND IS AT THE HOSPITAL BRING TREATED FOR HIS INJURIES. DEJARNETTE LN. IS BACK OPEN. FAA/NTSB INVESTIGATING.
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Keeping the 6-foot social distancing recommendation RuCo law enforcement leaders participated in a video Tuesday promoting the
#SaferAtHome
message for citizens to stay at home to prevent the spread of COVID-19.
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