Henderson
CRIME & SAFETY
Officials pull vehicle out of river in south Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. — Earlier this afternoon we received a tip from one of our WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News Tipsters about a large police presence on the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Bridge. As our team arrived to the scene, the Jackson Police Department and Jackson Fire Department were there, along with...
1 dead, 1 injured in east Jackson shooting
UPDATE (5/15/24): Jackson Police have confirmed the shooting resulted in one person dead and another person injured. Authorities have not confirmed any further details at this time. Stay with us online and on-air as we’ll provide an update once additional information is received. JACKSON, Tenn. — Tonight, May 14,...
HPD increases seat belt enforcement during national “Click It or Ticket” mobilization
As summer kicks off and families hit the road for vacation, Henderson Police Department is partnering with the Tennessee Highway Safety Office (THSO) to remind motorists to Click It or Ticket. From May 20 through June 2, participating agencies across the state will increase seat belt enforcement as part of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) nationwide mobilization.
Suspect involved in fatal hit and run captured, makes court appearance
JACKSON, Tenn. — We have an update regarding a story that we brought to you earlier this month. In late April, U.S. Marshals captured Tamarcus Morrow. Investigators say Morrow was involved in a hit and run that left the driver of the vehicle to die. Morrow then fled to...
Local Kroger shows appreciation during National Police Week
JACKSON, Tenn. — This week is National Police Week and one local Kroger celebrates by giving. Kroger’s W University Pkwy location provided lunch for officers of the Jackson Police Department today. The boxed lunches contained sandwiches, cookies, fresh fruit, chips and drinks. All officers were also given a...
JPD receives outpouring of support for National Police Week
JACKSON, Tenn. — Community members are “backing the blue” as they show support for local law enforcement this week. May 12 through the 18 is National Police Week. Jackson Police Department has received an outpouring of support in a variety of ways. Community members are thanking local...
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