Munford Police Department

08/16/2026

Today is likely to be the apex of this extended heat wave as the mercury climbs to 102°, the hottest we've been in 3 years. Heat indices reach 110°. Highs will still be near 100° for a few more days though, so remain vigilant and check on those who may need assistance.

08/13/2026

***Update***

Munford High School Threat Investigation – Arrest Made

The Munford Police Department has arrested a 16-year-old juvenile in connection with the false threat made against Munford High School earlier today.

Munford Police detectives, working in coordination with the Department of Homeland Security, were able to identify the individual responsible for making the threat. Munford Police officers subsequently responded to the juvenile’s residence and took the juvenile into custody without incident.

The juvenile has been charged with Threatening to Commit an Act of Mass Violence on School Property, a Class E felony under Tennessee law.

The juvenile will be held at a juvenile detention facility pending a court hearing.

We want to thank our detectives, officers, the Department of Homeland Security, and our law enforcement partners (Tipton County Sheriffs Office, Atoka PD, THP, Constable Mayo)for their quick and thorough response.

“We take all threats against our schools seriously. While this threat was determined to be unfounded, threats of this nature create fear, disrupt our schools, and require a significant law enforcement response. We will not tolerate this behavior.”

Chief Randal Baskin
City of MunfordSheriff Shannon BeasleyMunford High School

08/13/2026

PRESS RELEASE

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Bomb Threat at Munford High School Determined to Be False Swatting Call

Munford, Tennessee — August 13, 2026 — The Munford Police Department responded to a reported bomb threat at Munford High School today.

Upon receiving the threat, officers immediately responded to the school and worked with school officials to ensure the safety of students and staff. As a precaution, students were evacuated from the building and moved to a safe location outside while officers investigated the report.

After conducting an assessment and coordinating with school officials, law enforcement determined that there was no credible threat to the school or those inside. The incident was determined to be a false swatting call.

Students and staff were allowed to return once the building was determined to be safe.

The Munford Police Department takes all threats against schools seriously and will continue to investigate the origin of this false report. Making a false report of an emergency is a serious offense and can result in criminal charges.

We appreciate the cooperation of Munford High School administrators, faculty, students, parents, and responding law enforcement personnel during the incident.

Chief Randal Baskin
Munford Police Department

07/25/2026

Yesterday news broke that a Munford man had been charged with s*x crimes involving teenage girls. Court records reveal a much more detailed picture of the investigations involving Corey Duncan.

Our story walks through the affidavits and public records, explaining the timeline, the allegations supporting the charges, and how the Shelby and Tipton County cases developed.

Read more: https://www.paperfoldsnews.com/munford-man-charged-with-s*x-crimes-in-shelby-tipton-counties-heres-what-the-records-say/

07/12/2026

City of Munford

07/11/2026

July 11, 2026 until 4:45pm

07/05/2026

A big thank you to Alderman Steve Childress for taking time out of his Fourth of July to cook dinner for some of our officers.

Your support means a lot to our department, especially on a holiday when many of our team are away from their own families serving the community. It’s always appreciated when community leaders step in and show that kind of care and appreciation for those working the holiday shift.

From all of us at Munford Police Department—thank you for the meal, the time, and the continued support of our officers.

07/04/2026

07/03/2026

City of MunfordMayor Dwayne Cole

07/01/2026

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