UPDATE (10/5/26) – Knoxville, TN (WOKI) – A large-scale search is continuing Monday in Anderson County for wanted murder suspect Corey Huff after authorities say he fled into a wooded area following a vehicle pursuit.
According to the Knoxville Police Department, Huff was spotted Sunday night shortly before 8 p.m. at a gas station on Norris Freeway. A short time later, an Anderson County Sheriff’s Office deputy located Huff and attempted a traffic stop.
Investigators said Huff refused to stop and instead led deputies on a pursuit through Anderson County.
Pursuit Ends on Carden Gap Road
Authorities said the chase came to an end on Carden Gap Road when Huff abandoned his truck and fled on foot into a densely wooded area.
Law enforcement officers immediately began an extensive ground search, establishing a perimeter around the area in an effort to prevent Huff from escaping.
The rugged terrain and thick vegetation complicated search efforts throughout the night.
Multiple Agencies Assist in Search
The search operation has involved a significant law enforcement presence from across East Tennessee.
Agencies assisting include:
- Anderson County Sheriff’s Office
- Knoxville Police Department
- Knox County Sheriff’s Office
- Union County Sheriff’s Office
- Blount County Sheriff’s Office
- U.S. Marshals Service
The Knox County Sheriff’s Office also provided specialized support through its AirWatch aviation unit and unmanned aerial vehicle operations to assist search teams from the air.
Despite several hours of coordinated efforts, authorities were unable to locate Huff before ending overnight operations.
Investigators Recover Suspect’s Vehicle
Knoxville Police Department detectives responded to the scene after the pursuit and took possession of Huff’s abandoned truck as part of the ongoing investigation.
Investigators have not released additional details regarding evidence recovered from the vehicle.
The truck is expected to play a role in the continuing investigation and search effort.
Public Asked Not to Approach Suspect
Authorities continue to warn residents that Huff should be considered dangerous.
Anyone who sees Huff is urged not to approach him under any circumstances and instead call 9-1-1 immediately.
Investigators are also asking anyone with information regarding Huff’s whereabouts to contact East Tennessee Valley Crime Stoppers anonymously at 877-363-8847.
Background
The search for Huff began after Knoxville police identified him as a suspect in a deadly stabbing investigation. His attempted escape following Sunday’s pursuit has intensified efforts to locate and apprehend him.
Search teams are expected to remain in the Carden Gap Road area throughout the day as authorities continue following leads and searching the heavily wooded region.
Law enforcement officials say they remain committed to locating Huff and are asking the public to remain alert and report any sightings immediately.
Original Story: KNOXVILLE, TN (WOKI) – Knoxville Police are actively searching for a man wanted in connection with a deadly stabbing outside a convenience store on North Broadway.
According to the Knoxville Police Department, officers were called to the Kenjo convenience store at 1704 North Broadway around 6 a.m. Sunday, October 4, after reports of a stabbing. When officers arrived, they found a man outside the business suffering from stab wounds.
Despite lifesaving efforts by first responders, the victim was pronounced dead at the scene.
Investigators with the KPD Homicide Unit quickly identified 41-year-old Corey Huff as the suspect and have obtained a first-degree murder charge against him.
Police say Huff fled the scene in a red 2005 Chevrolet Silverado bearing Tennessee license plate 672BSFG. Detectives believe he may have been involved in a hit-and-run crash in the area of Interstate 40 West and Interstate 275 in West Knoxville shortly after the stabbing. Authorities say he then continued westbound on I-40.
Corey Huff vehicle (KPD)
The circumstances leading to the stabbing remain under investigation. Detectives have not yet determined whether Huff and the victim knew one another prior to the incident.
Police are warning the public not to approach Huff if he is located.
Anyone who sees Huff is urged to call 9-1-1 immediately. Individuals with information about his whereabouts may also contact East Tennessee Valley Crime Stoppers anonymously at 877-363-8847.
The victim’s identity has not yet been released pending notification of family members.
The investigation remains active, and additional details are expected as detectives continue gathering evidence and interviewing witnesses.
