NASHVILLE – After a lengthy assessment by the American Society of Crime Laboratory Directors’ Laboratory Accreditation Board (ASCLD/LAB), the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation has obtained new accreditations for its forensic facilities in Nashville, Memphis, and Knoxville. For the first time, TBI’s facilities are now internationally accredited in Breath Alcohol Calibration and as a testing facility, … Continue reading TBI Forensic Labs Receive New Accreditations, Placing Them Among the World’s Best
Recent Top 10 Entry Confirmed Dead in Kentucky
NASHVILLE – A recent addition to the state’s Top 10 Most Wanted has been found dead in Kentucky from an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound after being stopped by authorities. Earlier today, at the request of the Springfield Police Department, the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation added Joseph Leonard Parker to its Top 10 Most Wanted list. … Continue reading Recent Top 10 Entry Confirmed Dead in Kentucky
TBI Unveils ‘IT Has To Stop’ PSA, Participates in National Human Trafficking Event
NASHVILLE – Today, the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation released a set of videos designed to raise awareness of human trafficking in Tennessee, just as one of its Special Agents participated in a national event on the issue. TBI’s Public Service Announcement campaign, called “IT Has To Stop”, invites viewers to visit ITHasToStop.com to learn more … Continue reading TBI Unveils ‘IT Has To Stop’ PSA, Participates in National Human Trafficking Event
Brighton, TN Mayor Indicted on Charges of Official Misconduct and Theft
MEMPHIS – An investigation by agents with the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation has resulted in the indictment of the Brighton, TN mayor who is accused of using city resources for work on his son’s home. At the request of 25th District Attorney General Mike Dunavant and following an audit by investigators with the Tennessee Comptroller … Continue reading Brighton, TN Mayor Indicted on Charges of Official Misconduct and Theft
Jackson Police Officer and his Uncle Indicted in Vehicle Theft Plan
JACKSON – An investigation by the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation has resulted in the indictment of a Jackson, TN police officer and his uncle on charges of filing false reports and tampering with evidence. At the request of 25th District Attorney General Mike Dunavant and 26th District Attorney General Jerry Woodall, TBI agents and the … Continue reading Jackson Police Officer and his Uncle Indicted in Vehicle Theft Plan
TBI Launches Innovative Program to Protect Agents, Forensic Scientists from Fentanyl Risks
NASHVILLE – Today, the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation launched a program to provide a potentially life-saving resource to its Special Agents who might come into contact with fentanyl. In recent years, law enforcement agencies across the country have reported an increase in exposure to the powerful and potentially deadly painkiller, primarily in heroin recoveries. In … Continue reading TBI Launches Innovative Program to Protect Agents, Forensic Scientists from Fentanyl Risks
Now Hiring! Positions Open for TBI Accountant, Law Enforcement Information Coordinator Trainer
The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation seeks interested and qualified candidates for the following two positions: ACCOUNTANT 2, TBI HEADQUARTERS JOB DUTIES Responsible for auditing and processing employee expense claims and making sure travel paperwork is in order, including the payment of any applicable training and registration fees. Audits and processes confidential funds for Special Agents. … Continue reading Now Hiring! Positions Open for TBI Accountant, Law Enforcement Information Coordinator Trainer
Decatur County Man Indicted in Holly Bobo Case
JACKSON – Special Agents with the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation have obtained an indictment in the ongoing investigation of the murder of Holly Bobo, charging a Decatur County man with Rape. Since Holly disappeared from her home on April 13, 2011, TBI Special Agents, collaborating with the 24th District Attorney General’s office and the Decatur … Continue reading Decatur County Man Indicted in Holly Bobo Case
Remaining Woodland Hills Escapee Added to TBI Top Ten Most Wanted List
NASHVILLE - The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation has a new addition to the state’s Top Ten Most Wanted list, De’Mario Fisher of Nashville, TN. Fisher is wanted by the Metropolitan Nashville Police Department and the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation on an escape charge. On September 2, 2014, 32 juveniles escaped from the Woodland Hills Development … Continue reading Remaining Woodland Hills Escapee Added to TBI Top Ten Most Wanted List
2 Men Facing Murder, Weapon Charges in Ongoing TBI Homicide Case
JACKSON – Agents from the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation have obtained indictments for two West Tennessee men accused in connection to a 2011 double homicide. At the request of 25th District Attorney General Mike Dunavant, TBI Special Agents began investigating the deaths of Eric Lee Washington, 26, and Jonathan Lavell Jones, 25, on September 4, … Continue reading 2 Men Facing Murder, Weapon Charges in Ongoing TBI Homicide Case
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