Joint Investigation Results in Arrest of Pikeville Woman on Homicide Charge

  CHATTANOOGA – A joint investigation by Special Agents with the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation, deputies with the Bledsoe County Sheriff’s Department and officers with the Pikeville Police Department has resulted in the arrest of a Pikeville woman on a charge of criminal homicide. At the request of 12th District Attorney General J. Michael Taylor, … Continue reading Joint Investigation Results in Arrest of Pikeville Woman on Homicide Charge

We’re Hiring at TBI Headquarters

JOB OPENING CJIS SUPPORT SPECIALIST, CJIS SUPPORT CENTER, TBI HEADQUARTERS  JOB DUTIES Reviews crime incident data at law enforcement agencies and colleges/universities in Middle Tennessee for accuracy and completeness. Prepares written reports after each review and must ensure all required steps are completed for each agency’s audit. May assist with audits of large agencies outside … Continue reading We’re Hiring at TBI Headquarters

TBI Releases Annual Statewide Crime Study

NASHVILLE – Today, the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation released its 2017 ‘Crime in Tennessee’ report, revealing a slight overall increase in reported instances of crime in the most recent reporting year. The annual study compiles data reported from each law enforcement agency in the state through the Tennessee Incident Based Reporting System (TIBRS). The TBI’s … Continue reading TBI Releases Annual Statewide Crime Study

Two Knoxville Men Indicted, Arrested on Theft Charges

KNOXVILLE – An investigation by Special Agents with the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation has led to the indictment of two Knoxville men on theft charges. In September 2017, at the request of 6th District Attorney General Charme Allen, TBI Special Agents began investigating an allegation of theft of money from the Beta Sigma Chi Fraternity … Continue reading Two Knoxville Men Indicted, Arrested on Theft Charges

Former Rogersville Water Department Superintendent Indicted on Theft Charges

JOHNSON CITY – A joint investigation by Special Agents with the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation, Rogersville Police Department and the Tennessee Office of the Comptroller has led to the indictment of the former Rogersville Water Department superintendent. In July 2017, at the request of 3rd District Attorney General Dan Armstrong, TBI Special Agents began investigating … Continue reading Former Rogersville Water Department Superintendent Indicted on Theft Charges

TBI Case Yields Indictment for Hamilton County Commissioner

CHATTANOOGA – Special Agents from the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation have obtained an indictment for a Hamilton County commissioner accused of attempting to extort an opponent in an upcoming election. At the request of 11th District Attorney General Neal Pinkston, TBI Agents began investigating an allegation of extortion involving Hamilton County Commissioner Timothy Boyd. During … Continue reading TBI Case Yields Indictment for Hamilton County Commissioner

Bristol Man Facing Charges in Officer-Involved Shooting Incident

JOHNSON CITY – An investigation by Special Agents with the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation has resulted in the indictment of a Bristol man in connection with an officer-involved shooting incident that occurred last month. On March 23rd, at the request of 2nd District Attorney General Barry Staubus, TBI Special Agents began investigating the circumstances surrounding … Continue reading Bristol Man Facing Charges in Officer-Involved Shooting Incident

College Student Indicted, Arrested in On-Campus Arson Case

CHATTANOOGA – A joint investigation by the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation, Tennessee Fire Investigation Services, the Sewanee Police Department, and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives has resulted in the arrest of a University of the South student in connection to an arson at a fraternity house earlier this year. The fire, on … Continue reading College Student Indicted, Arrested in On-Campus Arson Case

Former Probation Officer Indicted in TBI Rape Investigation

KNOXVILLE – An investigation by Special Agents with the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation has led to the indictment of a former probation officer on rape charges. In February 2017, at the request of 7th District Attorney General Dave Clark, TBI Special Agents began investigating allegations of sexual misconduct against Bryant L. Thomas (DOB 12/8/87). At that … Continue reading Former Probation Officer Indicted in TBI Rape Investigation

Former Corrections Officer Indicted, Accused of Assaulting Inmate

CHATTANOOGA – Special Agents from the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation have obtained an indictment for a Jasper man, who stands accused of assaulting a jail inmate while on-duty as a corrections officer in Marion County. At the request of 12th District Attorney General Mike Taylor, TBI Agents began investigating an alleged assault of an inmate … Continue reading Former Corrections Officer Indicted, Accused of Assaulting Inmate