“Manhunt” Kenneth DeHart, who fatally shot a deputy and injured another, is on the run and considered “armed and dangerous” in Tennessee.

MARYVILLE, Tennessee – Authorities are on the lookout for a Tennessee man suspected of killing a deputy and injuring another during a traffic stop. The suspect, Kenneth DeHart, is considered to be armed and dangerous. Warrants have been issued for his arrest for several serious charges including first-degree murder and attempted first-degree murder. The shooting occurred on Thursday evening when deputies attempted to pull over an SUV on Sevierville Road in Maryville. DeHart refused to …

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Blue Alert Issued for 42-Year-Old Kenneth Wayne DeHart Following Officer Killing

MARYVILLE, Tenn. – The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation has issued a Blue Alert for 42-year-old Kenneth Wayne DeHart, who is wanted by the Blount County Sheriff’s Office for killing an officer and injuring another. According to the TBI, DeHart was last seen in the 4900 block of Sevierville Road in Maryville. At this time, there is no known clothing description or direction of travel, and he should be considered armed and dangerous. Anyone with information …

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