Newbern Police Department - TN

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Happy Father’s Day from the Newbern Police Department!Today we honor all fathers, grandfathers, stepfathers, and father ...
06/21/2026

Happy Father’s Day from the Newbern Police Department!

Today we honor all fathers, grandfathers, stepfathers, and father figures who lead with strength, integrity, and love. We especially recognize the dads who serve our community while balancing the important role of being a father at home.

Thank you for the sacrifices you make, the example you set, and the difference you make in the lives of your families and our community. We wish you all a safe and blessed Father’s Day.

Today, we honor the past, celebrate the present, and inspire the future as we recognize Juneteenth.Juneteenth commemorat...
06/19/2026

Today, we honor the past, celebrate the present, and inspire the future as we recognize Juneteenth.

Juneteenth commemorates freedom, resilience, and the enduring strength of those who fought for equality. As we reflect on this important day in our nation’s history, we remain committed to serving our community with fairness, respect, and integrity.

Happy Juneteenth from the Newbern Police Department.

We would like to give a big thank you to Stitch and Print for donating this rain gear to the police department. We appre...
06/18/2026

We would like to give a big thank you to Stitch and Print for donating this rain gear to the police department. We appreciate your support to our department and the community. Once again thank you so much.

At tonight’s Newbern Board Meeting, Chief of Police Greg Barr presented Patrolman Braiden Chism with a Letter of Commend...
06/17/2026

At tonight’s Newbern Board Meeting, Chief of Police Greg Barr presented Patrolman Braiden Chism with a Letter of Commendation in recognition of his outstanding actions on May 13, 2026.

While conducting routine patrol on Williams Street, Patrolman Chism observed a fence on fire near a residence. Due to windy conditions, the fire was spreading rapidly and posed an immediate threat to nearby homes. Patrolman Chism quickly notified dispatch, alerted the homeowners, and took immediate action to suppress the fire while awaiting the arrival of fire personnel.

As the fire continued to spread to neighboring residences, Patrolman Chism remained on scene and worked to limit the fire’s growth. During the incident, he sustained minor burns to his hand and neck.

Thanks to Patrolman Chism’s quick thinking, courage, and dedication to protecting our community, damage to the affected residences was minimized.

Please join us in congratulating Patrolman Braiden Chism on this well-deserved recognition for his exemplary service to the citizens of Newbern.

Chief Greg Barr stated: “Patrolman Chism’s actions on that day exemplified the dedication, courage, and commitment to service that we strive for in law enforcement. Without hesitation, he placed the safety of our citizens above his own and took decisive action during a rapidly developing emergency. We are proud to recognize him for his professionalism and selfless service to our community.”

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEDATE: JUNE 16, 2026Newbern Police Make Arrest in Church Burglary InvestigationNEWBERN, TN — The New...
06/16/2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

DATE: JUNE 16, 2026

Newbern Police Make Arrest in Church Burglary Investigation

NEWBERN, TN — The Newbern Police Department has made an arrest in connection with a burglary that occurred at Lighthouse Assembly of God Church on Williams Street in Newbern.
On June 4, 2026, Newbern Police officers responded to a reported burglary at the church. Upon arrival, officers discovered that forced entry had been made into the building, prompting an investigation.

During the follow-up investigation, officers identified the suspect as Brian Starnes, 34, of Munford, Tennessee. The Newbern Police Department was assisted in the investigation by the Dyer County Sheriff's Office and the Covington Police Department.

Starnes has been charged with Burglary and Vandalism under $1,000. He is currently being held at the Tipton County Sheriff's Office on unrelated charges. Upon his release, he will appear before Newbern Municipal Court regarding the charges stemming from this investigation.

"This arrest is the result of the hard work and dedication of our officers, along with the valuable assistance provided by our law enforcement partners," said Chief Greg Barr. "Crimes against places of worship affect the entire community, and we remain committed to holding those responsible accountable. We appreciate the cooperation of the Dyer County Sheriff's Office and the Covington Police Department in bringing this case to a successful resolution."

The charges and allegations referenced in this release are merely accusations of criminal conduct and not evidence. The defendant is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law through due process.

The lizard has been captured and returned to the owner. I want to thank everyone who helped and Animal Control did amazi...
06/13/2026

The lizard has been captured and returned to the owner. I want to thank everyone who helped and Animal Control did amazing job!!!

06/12/2026

UPDATE 06/12/2026 09:54: SUBJECT IS IN CUSTODY.

PUBLIC SAFETY ALERT

Attention Lake County Citizens: Please be advised that an inmate has escaped from the Lake County Jail.

Name: Ryan Benson
Height: 6’07”
Weight: 234 lbs.
Last Known Clothing Description: Black pants, black shirt, and a white hoodie.

The subject is considered armed and dangerous at this time. Direction of travel is currently unknown.

Residents are urged to remain alert and use caution. Do not approach or attempt to make contact with the individual. If you see Ryan Benson or have any information regarding his whereabouts, please call 911 immediately or contact the Lake County Sheriff’s Office.

There will be an increased law enforcement presence throughout Lake County as agencies actively work to locate the individual and ensure public safety.

Additional updates will be provided as information becomes available.

06/11/2026

Attention:

🚨 COMMUNITY ASSISTANCE REQUESTED 🚨The Newbern Police Department is seeking the public's assistance in identifying a susp...
06/10/2026

🚨 COMMUNITY ASSISTANCE REQUESTED 🚨

The Newbern Police Department is seeking the public's assistance in identifying a suspect involved in a recent burglary investigation.

On June 4, 2026, Newbern Police officers responded to a burglary at Lighthouse Assembly of God Church located on Williams Street in Newbern. Upon arrival, officers discovered that forced entry had been made into the building.

The suspect was captured on video obtained during a related incident. Images from the footage are attached as well.

If you recognize the individual depicted in the photos or have any information related to this incident, please contact Investigator Danny Tippit at (731) 627-2571 or Crime Stoppers at (731) 285-8477 (TIPS).

Your assistance could be vital in identifying the suspect and bringing this investigation to a successful conclusion.

Please share this post to help us identify this individual.

We would like to thank Harps food stores, Inc., the new owner of Food Rite here in Newbern. They are putting on  a compa...
06/02/2026

We would like to thank Harps food stores, Inc., the new owner of Food Rite here in Newbern. They are putting on a company wide community fundraising campaign on June 1st and running through June 28th, benefiting local Fire and police departments across the communities they serve.

During this fundraiser, customers will have the opportunity to make donations at the checkout specifically designed for our departments, through a register scan card donation program with a goal of $2,500 for each department. Harps has already begun the fundraising with a $500 donation to our fire and police departments.

* We would like to invite our community to Food Rite on June 6th from 10 am - 2pm as we officially kick off this fundraising event. We will have fire trucks and police cars there for the kids ( or anyone who would like to tour our vehicles ) . Food Rite will be cooking some food and we plan to have a great time. So again , please come on out and support this event.*

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