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Death; Daevon Montez Saint Germain, 18, died from shooting by Deputies in Knox County, TN

Daevon Montez Saint Germain Death – On the morning of January 3, 2025, Knox County Sheriff’s deputies fatally shot 18-year-old Daevon Montez Saint Germain during the execution of a search warrant.

The incident occurred around 7:30 a.m. as deputies attempted to take Germain into custody.

According to authorities, Germain allegedly refused to comply with commands and displayed a firearm, prompting deputies to discharge their weapons. Germain was pronounced dead at the scene.

Law enforcement officials have stated that no deputies were injured during the incident. The Sheriff’s Office has not disclosed the nature of the search warrant or Germain’s alleged connection to the investigation.

The shooting has drawn significant public attention, with community members and advocacy groups calling for transparency and a thorough investigation into the circumstances surrounding Germain’s death. The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI) has been called in to review the case, a standard procedure following officer-involved shootings.

As the investigation unfolds, Germain’s family and friends are left mourning the loss of the young man, while the community seeks clarity and justice in this deeply troubling situation.

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