MARYVILLE, Tenn. — Maryville Police Officer Justin Brown, who sustained severe injuries while part of a security detail for Vice President JD Vance, is showing promising signs of recovery. According to Police Chief Tony Crisp, Officer Brown is currently alert, communicative, and maintaining a positive outlook.

In a recent update, Chief Crisp expressed optimism about Brown’s gradual improvements, noting that his medical team is working diligently to determine the next steps in his rehabilitation journey. “The community’s concern for Officer Brown is palpable, and we are heartened by his daily progress. He remains in critical but stable condition, yet his spirits are high,” Crisp reported.