CHATTANOOGA – An investigation by Special Agents with the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation has resulted in the indictment of three former Bradley County corrections officers on charges of official misconduct. At the request of 10th District Attorney General Steve Crump, on September 18th, TBI Special Agents began investigating the in-custody death of inmate Ralph Nelms … Continue reading Former Corrections Officers Charged with Official Misconduct
Knoxville Man Indicted on Child Rape Charges
COOKEVILLE – An investigation by Special Agents with the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation has resulted in the indictment of a Knoxville man in connection with a child rape case. In February, at the request of 9th District Attorney General Russell Johnson, TBI Special Agents began investigating Jacob Alexander Tate on allegations of sexual misconduct involving … Continue reading Knoxville Man Indicted on Child Rape Charges
Claiborne County Man Indicted in Child’s Death
KNOXVILLE – Special Agents with the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation have obtained an indictment for a Claiborne County man in connection with the death of a child. On September 6th, at the request of 8th District Attorney General Jared Effler, TBI Special Agents, with the assistance of the Tazewell Police Department, New Tazewell Police Department, … Continue reading Claiborne County Man Indicted in Child’s Death
Former Treasurer Indicted in Church Theft Case
KNOXVILLE – An investigation by Special Agents with the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation has led to the indictment of a LaFollette woman accused of stealing money from the church where served as treasurer. In January 2015, at the request of 8th District Attorney General Jared Effler, TBI Special Agents began investigating the theft of money … Continue reading Former Treasurer Indicted in Church Theft Case
Eight Arrested in Morristown Human Trafficking Operation
KNOXVILLE – A two-day operation by Special Agents with the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation, Morristown Police Department and Homeland Security Investigations has resulted in the arrest of eight men on prostitution charges. The Morristown operation, called “Operation Someone Like Me”, took place last week and focused on identifying potential victims of human trafficking, while targeting … Continue reading Eight Arrested in Morristown Human Trafficking Operation
2 Juveniles Charged in Connection with Sevier County Wildfires
KNOXVILLE – An investigation by Special Agents with the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation, National Park Service, Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) and the Sevier County Sheriff’s Office has resulted in charges being placed against two people in connection with the deadly wildfires in Sevier County. Last week, at the request of 4th … Continue reading 2 Juveniles Charged in Connection with Sevier County Wildfires
Knoxville Caregivers Indicted on Neglect Charges
KNOXVILLE – An investigation by Special Agents with the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation has resulted in the indictment of two former Knoxville caregivers on neglect charges involving a disabled man. In December 2015, TBI Special Agents with the Medicaid Fraud Control Unit were contacted by Adult Protect Services and the Tennessee Department of Intellectual and … Continue reading Knoxville Caregivers Indicted on Neglect Charges
Clay County Man Charged with Perjury, Making a False Report
COOKEVILLE – An investigation by Special Agents with the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation has resulted in the indictment and arrest of a Celina man on charges of perjury and making a false report. At the request of 13th District Attorney General Bryant Dunaway, on July 1st, TBI Special Agents began investigating an allegation of sexual … Continue reading Clay County Man Charged with Perjury, Making a False Report
TBI Establishes Hotline to Coordinate Missing Persons Reports in Wildfire Response
NASHVILLE – The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation has established a hotline to coordinate reports of missing persons in the areas affected by the recent wildfires in East Tennessee. Those wishing to report missing individuals believed to be in the affected areas of Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge, and Wears Valley may contact 1-800-TBI-FIND. Callers should be prepared … Continue reading TBI Establishes Hotline to Coordinate Missing Persons Reports in Wildfire Response
Maynardville Man Arrested on Solicitation Charges out of Warren County
COOKEVILLE – An investigation by Special Agents with the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation has resulted in the arrest of a Maynardville man on charges of solicitation of a minor. At the request of 31st District Attorney General Lisa Zavogiannis, on December 17, 2015, TBI Special Agents began investigating an allegation of solicitation of a minor … Continue reading Maynardville Man Arrested on Solicitation Charges out of Warren County
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