By Trend News Line 2024-02-12 15:56:39.
Brother and Girlfriend of Suspect Wanted in Killing of Tennessee Deputy Arrested
The manhunt for Kenneth DeHart, the suspect accused of killing Blount County Sheriff’s Deputy Greg McCowan and injuring Deputy Shelby Eggers during a traffic stop in Maryville, Tennessee, has entered its fourth day. In a significant development, DeHart’s brother, Marcus DeHart, and his girlfriend, Carrie Mathews, have been arrested as accessories in the case.
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Blount County District Attorney Ryan Desmond announced on Friday that Marcus DeHart, 41, has been accused of aiding the suspect after the homicide. He has been jailed and is set to appear in court on Monday. Carrie Mathews, 32, was arrested on her own “accessory after the fact” charge in Sevier County.
The arrests have prompted authorities to appeal to the public for any information on Kenneth DeHart’s whereabouts, increasing the reward for information leading to his capture to $100,000.
Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI) Director David Rausch expressed frustration at the suspect’s continued evasion, stating, “Somebody knows where he’s at. Somebody is protecting him. My question to them is why?”
The fatal incident occurred when the deputies initiated a traffic stop on a suspect vehicle for erratic driving. Kenneth DeHart, 42, refused to exit the vehicle, and the deputies attempted to subdue him with a stun gun, which proved ineffective. DeHart then produced a gun and opened fire, striking both deputies. At least one deputy returned fire, but DeHart managed to flee the scene.
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Tragically, Deputy Greg McCowan, 43, who had recently transitioned to full-time work at the sheriff’s office, succumbed to his injuries. Deputy Shelby Eggers, 22, sustained wounds but is expected to recover.
Warrants have been issued for Kenneth DeHart on charges of first-degree murder, attempted first-degree murder, and being a felon in possession of a firearm.
TBI Director Rausch reassured the public that every effort is being made to apprehend the suspect, stating, “We’re going to turn every rock over. We’ll find him, there’s no doubt.”
The investigation into this tragic incident is ongoing, and anyone with information is urged to contact the authorities.
The Associated Press contributed to this report.
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– Tennessee fugitive’s brother and girlfriend arrested in ongoing manhunt for suspect accused of killing deputy
– Tennessee fugitive’s brother and girlfriend apprehended as search intensifies for suspect in deputy’s murder.
