Officials say homicide rates have declined in the city of Knoxville. (Courtesy: KPD)
Knoxville, TN (WOKI) Officials with the Knoxville Police Department taking to social media Tuesday with good news relative to homicides in the city.
KPD sharing that the homicide rate continues to decline in Knoxville.
Officials report that the city has experienced four homicides in 2025, compared to 12 this time last year.
At the end of 2024, KPD reported a decrease in homicide, property crimes and non-fatal shootings compared to 2023.
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