Knox County Sheriff’s Office deputy Tucker Blakely died late Oct. 2 after he was shot the night before while responding to a domestic disturbance.
An investigation by the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation is ongoing.
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Here’s everything that we know so far and about Blakely, 29, and the man shot and killed by deputies after they confronted him at the home.
“Today we are completely heartbroken. The family of Officer Tucker Blakely and our Knox County Sheriff’s Office family are processing what is sure to be the most difficult of our days,” wrote Knox County Sheriff’s Office spokeswoman Kimberly Glenn.
What happened on the call to the 2300 block of Denver Lane?
The Knox County Sheriff’s Office received a call around 11 p.m. Oct. 1 about a domestic disturbance in the 2300 block of Denver Lane, according to a news release from the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation, which is reviewing the case.
Blakely was one of the deputies who responded.
The TBI said deputies “encountered an armed individual at the residence.” Shots were exchanged between at least one deputy and the man, later identified as Matthew Logan Rose, 30.
“Once on scene, and for reasons still under investigation, a man began firing at KCSO officers. Officers returned fire, killing the suspect. Officer Blakely was shot in the exchange of gunfire,” Knox County Sheriff’s Office spokeswoman Kimberly Glenn said in a news release.
Blakely was rushed to the University of Tennessee Medical Center for emergency treatment and succumbed to his injuries the next night.
Who is Knox County Deputy Tucker Blakely?
Blakely, 29, was married and the father of a 5-year-old son.
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The military veteran was on his final patrol shift after he had been selected for a K-9 assignment. He joined the sheriff’s office after graduating from the Knox County Sheriff’s Office Regional Training Academy in 2021, Sheriff Tom Spangler said.
“Sunday night was his last shift as a patrol officer, he was supposed to start K-9 handler school,” his brother, Timothy “Ty” Blakely Jr., told Knox News. “He already had his K-9, Enoch. He was so excited. … It seems like a nightmare right now.”
Tucker graduated from East Tennessee State University and served as a combat medic in the U.S. Army Reserve for several years before joining the sheriff’s office.
“I always looked up to him,” his brother said. “I can honestly say I never saw him lose his temper. He was always calm, he always tried to use logic in every situation. He was loving, caring – there was not a better guy out there. I wish parts of me could be more like him. I’ll work on that every day as long as I’m here.”
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Who is Matthew Logan Rose?
Rose, 30, was killed in the confrontation with Knox County Sheriff’s deputies who were responding to a domestic disturbance at a home at the 2300 block of Denver Lane.
The TBI said Rose was armed and fired on deputies. He was shot by at least one deputy and died at the scene.
Tributes come in for Knox County Deputy Tucker Blakely
Tributes to Blakely, his family and the sheriff’s office were posted on social media as news of Blakely’s death spread.
People from all walks of life added their prayers. U.S. Rep. Tim Burchett offered up prayers from him and his wife Kelly for Blakely’s family and the department. U.S. Sen. Marsha Blackburn offered her condolences.
Other law enforcement agencies also are mourning the loss of a fellow officer.
When was the memorial for Tucker Blakely?
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The memorial took place Oct. 6 at Clear Springs Baptist Church, 7350 Tazewell Pike in Corryton. A celebration of life was held at 2 p.m.
A 12-mile stretch of Emory Road became a river of blue lights on the morning of Oct. 6 as hundreds of first responders from across East Tennessee paid their respects.
Before the 8 a.m. procession began, mourners lined the road. Parents had brought their children to see the fleet of police cars and motorcycles before they headed off to school. Some waved American flags and others held their hands over their hearts. Several wiped tears from their face as the officers passed by.
Tucker’s patrol car was parked outside the City-County Building in downtown Knoxville for those who wanted to pay their respects or leave memorials and then was moved to the memorial site.
Flags lowered to half-staff
By order of Governor Bill Lee and in accordance with the Honoring Hometown Heroes Act, flags over the State Capitol and all State office buildings were flown at half-staff from sunrise until sunset on Oct. 6, in memory of Tucker Blakely.
“Every day, our men and women of law enforcement walk the thin line between order and chaos to keep Tennesseans safe,” Lee wrote in a tweet. “Deputy Blakely made the ultimate sacrifice, and we can never fully express our deep gratitude.”
How you can help Tucker Blakely’s family
A fund has been set up to accept donations for Tucker’s 5-year-old son, Hendrik.
The Hendrik Blakely Education Fund was set up with the help of the Knox County Sheriff’s Office, and donations can be made to the Hendrik Blakely Education Fund fund at Knoxville Law Enforcement Federal Credit Union, 501 E. Summit Hill Drive, Knoxville TN 37915.
Those wishing to help out can drop off donations to the credit union, which is open from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. every weekday except Wednesday, when it closes at 12:30 p.m. Donations to the fund also can be mailed to the credit union or sent electronically via the donor’s financial institution.
Who is investigating the Knox County deputy shooting?
The TBI is investigating, a standard procedure when law enforcement officers are involved in a shooting.
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