Back to today’s briefing

Story perspectives

Teen Arrested for Plunger Attack and Child Kidnapping

7/4/2025

42 6

Summary

Story summary

In a shocking incident in Knox County, Tennessee, teenager Charles Coffman was arrested for a brutal attack involving a plunger and bleach on a man, alongside the kidnapping of a 3-year-old child. Authorities discovered the victim in critical condition, and Coffman has since confessed, now facing serious charges including aggravated kidnapping and attempted murder.

1 of 1

Story summary

In a shocking incident in Knox County, Tennessee, teenager Charles Coffman was arrested for a brutal attack involving a plunger and bleach on a man, alongside the kidnapping of a 3-year-old child. Authorities discovered the victim in critical condition, and Coffman has since confessed, now facing serious charges including aggravated kidnapping and attempted murder.