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Teresa Leilani Shinpaugh

Knox County · Booked Feb 4, 2026

Booking #1582954

Booking photo of Teresa Leilani Shinpaugh, Knox County, Feb 4, 2026

Personal Information

Date of BirthOct 18, 1961 (age 64 at booking)

Teresa Shinpaugh was booked in Knox County on Feb 4, 2026 on 1 felony, including First Degree Murder.

Charges (1)

Charge 1
FELONY

First Degree Murder

Original: FIRST DEGREE MURDER, AGG NEGLECT OF ELDERLY OR VULNERABLE ADULT AND TAMPERING WITH EVIDENCE

TCA § 39-13-202

First degree murder occurs in five situations: (1) a premeditated and intentional killing; (2) a killing during the commission of certain dangerous felonies like robbery, burglary, kidnapping, or child abuse; (3) a killing caused by throwing or discharging a bomb or destructive device; (4) a killing during an act of terrorism; or (5) a killing during rape or aggravated rape. A conviction results in death, life without parole, or life imprisonment—except for those under 18 at the time of the offense, who cannot receive the death penalty.

Penalty: Violation

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Offense:Feb 4, 2026

Booking Details

Booking #1582954