Domestic — Knoxville, TN — reported 2026-07-10

SUMMARY

A man was arrested and charged with three counts of attempted first-degree murder after a domestic assault and fire at a residence in Knoxville.

KEY FACTS

  • Incident type: Domestic
  • Location: Knoxville, TN
  • Date reported: 2026-07-10
  • Suspect: male, age 36
  • Victim(s): 3 (three victims, including the family's dog)
  • Status: arrest/charge

REPORTED DETAILS

  • The incident occurred on July 10, 2026, at 1:20 a.m. on Woodbine Avenue.
  • Travis Mitchell assaulted his ex-girlfriend inside the home and left before returning with a gas can to set fire to the front door.
  • Security camera footage captured the incident.
  • Mitchell was arrested near Kenner Avenue shortly after fleeing the scene.
  • The front entrance to the residence was damaged by fire and smoke.