HENDERSON COUNTY – An ongoing investigation by special agents with the Drug Investigation Division of the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation, the Henderson County Sheriff’s Department, the Decatur County Sheriff’s Department, and the Huntingdon Police Department has resulted in the arrest of four people and the seizure of cocaine, marijuana, methamphetamine, drug paraphernalia, and a firearm. On … Continue reading Ongoing Drug Investigation in Henderson County Leads to Four Arrests, Seizure of Drugs and Firearm
Now Hiring! TBI Announces CJIS Support Specialist Opening
The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation seeks interested and qualified candidates for the following open positions. CJIS SUPPORT SPECIALIST 1 CJIS Division Davidson County 1 Vacancy Job Duties: Responsible for providing technical assistance to law enforcement agencies and vendors regarding the TN Information Exchange System Message Switch. This position requires familiarity with CJIS Systems, NCIC, III, … Continue reading Now Hiring! TBI Announces CJIS Support Specialist Opening
TBI Agents Investigating Jackson Officer-Involved Shooting
At the request of 26th Judicial District Attorney General Jody Pickens, TBI agents are investigating the circumstances leading to an officer-involved shooting that occurred Thursday afternoon in Jackson. Preliminary information indicates that around 3:30 p.m., officers with the Jackson Police Department spotted a vehicle believed to be involved in a road rage incident in a … Continue reading TBI Agents Investigating Jackson Officer-Involved Shooting
Henry County Attorney Indicted, Accused of Assault and Sexual Battery
HENRY COUNTY – An investigation by special agents with the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation into allegations of assault and sexual battery has resulted in the arrest of a Henry County attorney. In October of 2024, at the request of District Attorney General Pro Tem Mike Dunavant, agents began investigating allegations of inappropriate conduct by Michael Ainley. … Continue reading Henry County Attorney Indicted, Accused of Assault and Sexual Battery
Shelby County Caregiver Indicted, Charged with Stealing from Vulnerable Adults
SHELBY COUNTY – A Memphis caregiver has been indicted and arrested, following an investigation by special agents with the TBI Medicaid Fraud Control Division. In July 2024, following a referral from Adult Protective Services, agents began investigating allegations of financial exploitation of vulnerable adults who were residing at a Shelby County care facility. During the course … Continue reading Shelby County Caregiver Indicted, Charged with Stealing from Vulnerable Adults
Millington Man Arrested, Charged in Bestiality Investigation
MILLINGTON - Special agents from the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation have arrested and charged a Millington man accused of posting inappropriate pictures and videos online, some of which included bestiality. On June 12th, at the request of 30th Judicial District Attorney General Steve Mulroy, agents began investigating allegations involving Michael Dean Taylor, Jr. (DOB 01/05/98). … Continue reading Millington Man Arrested, Charged in Bestiality Investigation
TBI Agents Investigating Memphis Officer-Involved Shooting
UPDATE (6/24/25, 3:25 PM CT): The individual who died as a result of this incident has been identified as Patrick Brian Shoptaw (DOB 5/30/86). At the request of 30th Judicial District Attorney General Steve Mulroy, TBI special agents continue to investigate the circumstances of an officer-involved shooting Monday morning involving the Memphis Police Department. Preliminary … Continue reading TBI Agents Investigating Memphis Officer-Involved Shooting
“Operation Ice Storm” Leads to Drug Indictments, Arrests in McNairy County
MCNAIRY COUNTY – An ongoing undercover joint operation targeting illicit drug sales throughout McNairy County has resulted in more than twenty indictments. In September 2023, special agents with the Drug Investigation Division of the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation began assisting the McNairy County Sheriff’s Office and the McNairy County Narcotics Unit in an investigation targeting individuals … Continue reading “Operation Ice Storm” Leads to Drug Indictments, Arrests in McNairy County
Dyer County Deputy Indicted, Charged with Official Misconduct
DYER COUNTY - A joint investigation by special agents with the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation and agents with the Federal Bureau of Investigation has resulted in the indictment of a Dyer County Deputy. In October, at the request of 29th Judicial District Attorney General Danny Goodman, TBI agents began investigating allegations of excessive force during … Continue reading Dyer County Deputy Indicted, Charged with Official Misconduct
TBI Agents Arrest, Charge Dickson Woman in Benton County Arson Investigation
BENTON COUNTY – Tennessee Bureau of Investigation special agents specializing in fire investigations, working alongside the Benton County Sheriff’s Office, have arrested and charged a Dickson woman in connection with an arson investigation. On June 3rd, agents began investigating a suspicious camper fire, in which an individual was injured, in the 60 block of Highlander Lane … Continue reading TBI Agents Arrest, Charge Dickson Woman in Benton County Arson Investigation
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