The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation seeks interested and qualified candidates for the following open positions. TBI INTELLIGENCE ANALYST 1Criminal Intelligence UnitTBI Headquarters – Davidson County2 Vacancies Summary: The Intelligence Analyst will be assigned to work in a fast-paced environment in direct support of TBI's ongoing intelligence gathering and investigative responsibilities. This candidate shall possess a strong … Continue reading NOW HIRING! Intelligence Analyst 1
Sullivan County Man Indicted, Charged with Filing a False Report and Perjury
SULLIVAN COUNTY - An investigation by special agents with the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation has resulted in the indictment of a Sullivan County man on charges of perjury and false reporting. In April, at the request of 2nd Judicial District Attorney General Barry Staubus, TBI special agents began investigating an allegation of sexual assault against … Continue reading Sullivan County Man Indicted, Charged with Filing a False Report and Perjury
California Man Indicted, Charged in TBI Sexual Exploitation Case
VAN BUREN COUNTY - A California man faces more than three dozen criminal counts following an investigation into his online conduct by special agents of the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation. In November 2022, at the request of 31st Judicial District Attorney General Christopher Stanford, TBI agents joined the Spencer Police Department to investigate a person … Continue reading California Man Indicted, Charged in TBI Sexual Exploitation Case
Athens Man Arrested, Charged in Homicide, Fire at Church
MCMINN COUNTY - An Athens man has been arrested and charged in the ongoing investigation into a homicide and fire at a church earlier in the month. On August 15th, TBI special agents certified in fire and explosives investigations began a case into the fire at St. Mark AME Zion Church in the 700 block … Continue reading Athens Man Arrested, Charged in Homicide, Fire at Church
Three Men Arrested in Johnson City Human Trafficking Operation
Updated to include the correct DOB for Dwight Rooker. JOHNSON CITY - An undercover operation by special agents with TBI’s Human Trafficking Unit, the Tennessee Human Trafficking Task Force, the Johnson City Police Department, and the Office of the 1st Judicial District Attorney General resulted in the arrest of three men accused of seeking illicit … Continue reading Three Men Arrested in Johnson City Human Trafficking Operation
Former Jail Supervisor Indicted, Charged Following TBI Investigation
DICKSON COUNTY - A former corrections supervisor faces felony charges following an investigation by special agents from the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation. At the request of 23rd Judicial District Attorney General Ray Crouch, TBI agents began investigating the conduct of Calvin Wayne Lewis. Agents determined that, while employed as a supervisor at the Dickson County … Continue reading Former Jail Supervisor Indicted, Charged Following TBI Investigation
Five Men Charged Following Human Trafficking Investigation in Clarksville
UPDATE: September 4, 2025 - This release has been updated from a prior version. CLARKSVILLE - An undercover operation by special agents with TBI's Human Trafficking Unit, the Tennessee Human Trafficking Task Force, Homeland Security Investigations, Clarksville Police Department, and Office of the 19th Judicial District Attorney General resulted in the arrest of five men. … Continue reading Five Men Charged Following Human Trafficking Investigation in Clarksville
TBI Mourns Death, Celebrates Legacy Of Former Director Mark Gwyn
NASHVILLE - Former Tennessee Bureau of Investigation Director Mark Gwyn has died at the age of 61 at his Nashville-area home, from what appears to be natural causes. Director Gwyn, a graduate of Middle Tennessee State University, began his career in law enforcement as a police officer in his hometown of McMinnville in 1985. Three … Continue reading TBI Mourns Death, Celebrates Legacy Of Former Director Mark Gwyn
TBI Agents Investigating Chester County Officer-Involved Shooting
UPDATE: 8/23/24, 1:25 p.m.: The subject who died as a result of this incident has been identified as 32-year-old Zachary Johnson. At the request of 26th Judicial District Attorney General Jody Pickens, TBI Special Agents continue to investigate the circumstances of a Wednesday morning shooting involving deputies of the Chester County Sheriff’s Office. Preliminary information indicates … Continue reading TBI Agents Investigating Chester County Officer-Involved Shooting
Erin Man Charged in 2023 Fire
HOUSTON COUNTY - An Erin man is charged with arson, following an investigation by special agent fire investigators with the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation. On September 30, 2023, TBI special agents certified in fire and explosives investigations joined the Houston County Fire Department in investigating a fire that occurred on that day, at the 9000 … Continue reading Erin Man Charged in 2023 Fire
