TBI: Investigation Underway after SWAT Search Leads to Gunfire, Standoff in Kingsport

The TBI is investigating after shots are fired Tuesday during a SWAT-led search warrant in Kingsport. No injuries were reported. (Frankly Media)

TBI: Investigation Underway after SWAT Search Leads to Gunfire, Standoff in Kingsport

Posted on April 29, 2025

Kingsport, TN (WOKI) The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation is investigating after shots are fired Tuesday morning during a SWAT-led search warrant in Kingsport.

TBI officials say the Sullivan County Special Weapons and Tactics team was executing a search warrant at a home in the 300 block of Barnett Drive just after 9:30 a.m. when a person inside fired shots and a deputy returned fire.

TBI says after a short standoff, the person inside the home surrendered and was taken into custody. No one was injured in the incident.

According to TBI, agents are working to independently determine the series of events leading to the shooting, adding that investigative findings will be shared with the district attorney general for further review and consideration.

The TBI is investigating after shots are fired Tuesday during a SWAT-led search warrant in Kingsport. No injuries were reported. (Frankly Media)

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