CARTHAGE – An investigation by Special Agents with the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation has resulted in the arrest of a Smith County man, who is facing multiple charges related to the assault of a police officer.

At the request of 15th District Attorney General Tommy Thompson, on June 11th, TBI Agents responded to a report that a Carthage police officer had been assaulted by a male subject, who was attempting a break-in at Carthage City Hall. Initial reports indicate a Smith County deputy and a Carthage police officer responded and approached Ralph Overstreet, when a fight ensued, resulting in Overstreet attacking the Carthage officer with a knife. Overstreet was taken into custody after being tasered by the deputy. The Carthage police officer was transported to a Nashville hospital, where he was treated for his injuries and has since been released.

Over the weekend, officers arrested Ralph Overstreet (DOB 06/17/1980). He is charged with Attempted First Degree Murder, Burglary, Aggravated Assault, and Resisting Arrest. He was booked into the Smith County Jail, where he is currently being held without bond.

Published by Susan Niland