Heather Maples

Trial set for man accused of killing woman in Murfreesboro apartment

A trial date has been set for the man who is accused of killing a 22-year-old woman inside her Murfreesboro apartment in 2015. A judge decided Thursday that Brandon Bowling’s trial will begin June 19. Bowling is charged with first-degree murder in connection to Heather Maples’ death. Maples, originally from Texas, also worked at the…

Edward Vanepps

Man tries to pay Murfreesboro woman to have sex with 7-year-old

A man was arrested in Murfreesboro after police say he tried to pay a mother to have sex with her 7-year-old daughter. According to the arrest report, Edward Vanepps was taken into custody at the Baymont Inn after the little girl’s mother called police. Vanepps reportedly admitted to offering $100 to have sex with the…

Gun shots at Tremont Apartments

Car burglary ends in gunfire in Murfreesboro; 1 injured

It was a terrifying morning for some Murfreesboro residents when what started as a car burglary ended in gunfire after the car owner’s boyfriend went after the suspects. Now resident at the apartment complex where it happened are on edge. For Christiana Webb Wednesday morning has been an emotional roller coaster. “All this stuff for…

Stolen weapons recovered

Stolen weapons recovered

Two suspects accused of loading a gun safe onto a victim’s truck and stealing both the safe and truck were charged by Rutherford County Sheriff’s Office detectives. Suspect John Michael Green, who will turn 21 next week, of North Meribeth Street near Christiana and a 16-year-old boy were charged with theft of property, said Detective…

Murfreesboro Police

Man wanted after 2 indicted for aggravated rape in Murfreesboro

A grand jury has indicted two men on charges of aggravated rape, and while one has been arrested, the other remains at large. Murfreesboro police say the rape happened at a housewarming party last month at the College Grove Apartments. Antoine Gore Jr. and Deshon Webb are accused of taking advantage of the victim, who…

Police Siren

Murfreesboro firefighter under investigation for statutory rape

A Murfreesboro firefighter is under investigation for statutory rape, sexual exploitation of a minor and possession of child porn. The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation confirmed to News 2 that they are looking into the allegations. The name of the firefighter is not being reported because no charges have been filed at this time. No other…

Man gets life in prison for killing Murfreesboro woman

Man gets life in prison for killing Murfreesboro woman, stuffing her in suitcase

The man who violently murder an elderly woman, mutilated, stuffed her body in a suitcase, and dumped it along the side of a road in Bedford County pleaded guilty to first-degree murder Thursday. William Brace was sentenced to life in prison, having to spend at least 51 years behind bars before he’s eligible for parole….

break-in at Murfreesboro Aaron’s

Man wanted for break-in at Murfreesboro Aaron’s

Police are searching for a man who reportedly broke into an Aaron’s in Murfreesboro. Murfreesboro police reported the incident occurred at the location on Northfield Boulevard on Feb. 10. It is unknown what, if anything, was taken from the business. No additional information was released. Anyone with information is asked to call Murfreesboro police at…

Crime Scene

Two shot during party at Murfreesboro hookah bar

Two people were shot when a party got out of control in Murfreesboro Saturday night. According to police, the shooting happened just before Midnight at a hookah lounge on Middle Tennessee Boulevard. Authorities say multiple shots were fired by at least two people. The two victims were taken to Saint Thomas-Rutherford Hospital for treatment. Police…