Coeburn Police Department

06/02/2026

05/30/2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

At approximately 9:26 p.m., the Carroll County Sheriff’s Office received a request from a family member to conduct a welfare check at 13658 Fancy Gap Highway.

Carroll County Sheriff’s Office deputies were dispatched to the residence. Upon arrival, two deputies made contact with a male subject identified as Michael Puckett. During the encounter, Puckett opened fire on the responding deputies. Deputies returned fire.

Both deputies were struck by gunfire. One deputy sustained fatal injuries and was pronounced deceased. The second deputy was struck in his ballistic vest and is currently receiving medical evaluation and is reported to be in stable condition.

Michael Puckett fled the scene and remains at large. A coordinated law enforcement search is currently underway.

Puckett should be considered armed and extremely dangerous. Anyone who sees him or has information regarding his whereabouts is urged not to approach him and to immediately call 911.

This remains an active and ongoing investigation. Additional information will be released as it becomes available.

Sheriff Kevin A. Kemp

05/22/2026

Memorial Day weekend marks the start of the summer travel season, but the data on drunk driving crashes tell a sobering story.

If you drink, don't drive — plan a SAFE ride. ✅

05/22/2026

Leaving Norton now.

Tomorrow Friday, May 22, 2026 we are honored to be bringing home PFC John Henry Moore a KIA hero from Korea. He will be arriving in Knoxville and escorted by TN police, VA police, Scott county police, Wise county police, Coeburn police, several military veterans, Fort Campbell, Fort Lee, Patriot Honor Guard and many others. If you see us help us honor this soldier back to his home soil.

Estes Funeral Home

05/20/2026

John Moore, Korean War Veteran, from Coeburn is returning home to be laid to rest.

John Henry Moore, Known affectionately as Sonny, was born and raised in the mountain air of Coeburn, Virginia. A man of character and deep devotion, he found his greatest peace in the simple joys of lifefinding quiet in the Virginia woods while hunting or fishing in local waters. Sonny was

05/20/2026

This looks like a great program for families who need support during the summer. Please share!

05/18/2026

We would like to thank the Coeburn First Baptist Church for the cards and gift cards for Law Enforcement Appreciation Week!

We certainly appreciate you all!!