Newport, Tennessee

From Cocke County Online of September 6, 2005

Shots fired at robbery suspect

Although details about the incident had not been officially released as of press time on Tuesday, a home off Day Road, in the Edwina community, was reportedly invaded Monday night.

According to communications on the Cocke County Sheriff’s Department radio frequency, two males entered the residence and exchanged gunfire with the home owner.

The suspects, described as two black males, fled the scene and had not captured at presstime.

One of the suspects was believed to have been struck by a bullet during the altercation, but did not receive a deadly wound.

Sheriff’s Office employees confirmed Tuesday morning that an incident took place, but was unable to provide further details until an official report is filed.