TBI Continues Independent Review of Clinton Highway Incident
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WOKI)– The Knox County Sheriff’s Office has released the identity of the deputy involved in an officer-involved shooting that occurred Sunday, October 25, in the 7500 block of Clinton Highway.
According to the sheriff’s office, the deputy has been identified as Deputy R. Duncan, who has served with the agency since May 2025 and is currently assigned to the Patrol Division.
Officials said Deputy Duncan was not injured during the incident.
As is standard procedure following an officer-involved shooting, Duncan has been placed on administrative leave with pay pending the outcome of the investigation.
The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI) has taken the lead in the case and is conducting an independent investigation into the circumstances surrounding the shooting. The sheriff’s office said it will defer any additional details about the incident to the TBI while the investigation remains active.
In a statement, the Knox County Sheriff’s Office reaffirmed its commitment to transparency and accountability while emphasizing the importance of preserving the integrity of the ongoing investigation.
Authorities have not released further information regarding the events that led to the shooting, and no additional details were available Monday.
The investigation remains ongoing.
