Kenneth DeHart, Jr, the man accused of fatally shooting Blount County Deputy Greg McCowan makes his first court appearance today (Thursday) since being arrested Tuesday in connection to that shooting, he will be held with no bond.
The preliminary hearing for his case is set for February 20th at 9 a.m. and that his brother Marcus’ appearance has been rescheduled, he is charged with accessory after the fact for reportedly helping his brother evade police.
DeHart is facing charges of first-degree murder, attempted first-degree murder, and felon in possession of a weapon in relation to a shooting that left McCowan dead and Deputy Shelby Eggers injured last Thursday night following a traffic stop.
Marcus Dehart’s next court appearance has been reset for March 25th.
Carrie Matthews, Kenneth’s girlfriend is also charged with accessory after the fact for reportedly helping him. She is out on bond.
Fallen Deputy Greg McCowan was laid to rest yesterday (Wednesday) and several law enforcement agencies across East Tennessee, the State and other states honored him at his funeral and during a procession. Hundreds of people also lined Alcoa Highway to honor Deputy McCowan.
