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
Information Communication Specialist Position Open at TBI Headquarters
TBI JOB OPENING - CRIME INFORMATION COMMUNICATION SPECIALIST TENNESSEE INFORMATION ENFORCEMENT SYSTEM (TIES) UNIT TBI HEADQUARTERS 1 VACANCY JOB DUTIES Responsible for monitoring the TIES computer system to ensure law enforcement agencies and databases are connected and working. Assists law enforcement agencies with National Crime Information Center (NCIC) entries and other TIES transactions. Monitors and … Continue reading Information Communication Specialist Position Open at TBI Headquarters
TBI Seeking Public’s Help in Locating Individual Wanted on Felony Forgery, Lien Charges
UPDATED 3/26/25: Mark Anthony McConnell was located and arrested by authorities in Galax, Virginia. KNOXVILLE – The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation is seeking the public’s assistance in locating an individual wanted on numerous felony charges related to filing false liens and forgery. Mark Anthony McConnell (DOB 7/25/56), of Knoxville, is wanted by the Tennessee Bureau … Continue reading TBI Seeking Public’s Help in Locating Individual Wanted on Felony Forgery, Lien Charges
New TBI Study Details Law Enforcement-Related Deaths in 2017
NASHVILLE – Today, for the first time, the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation has released a comprehensive study detailing law enforcement-related deaths in the state. The report, released in accordance to the requirements set forth in Tennessee Code Annotated § 38-10-102, uses established definitions and methodology and provides information on qualifying incidents submitted by the state’s … Continue reading New TBI Study Details Law Enforcement-Related Deaths in 2017
