KNOXVILLE – The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation has a new addition to its Top 10 Most Wanted list: Ezekiel Lee Thompson. Thompson (DOB 5-10-92) is wanted by the Cocke County Sheriff’s Office and the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation to face charges of Felony Escape, Aggravated Assault, and Reckless Endangerment. Those charges stem from an incident … Continue reading Newport Man Added to TBI’s Top 10 Most Wanted List
RIPLEY MAN ARRESTED ON VOTER FRAUD CHARGES
JACKSON – An investigation by Special Agents with the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation has resulted in the arrest of Rupert Rogers on voter fraud charges in connection with the November 2016 election. At the request of then 25th District Attorney General Michael Dunavant, TBI Agents began an investigation into the November 8, 2016 voting activities … Continue reading RIPLEY MAN ARRESTED ON VOTER FRAUD CHARGES
Sevierville Man Charged in Gatlinburg Murder Case
KNOXVILLE– A joint investigation by Special Agents with the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation and the Gatlinburg Police Department has resulted in the arrest of a Sevierville man, charged in connection to a homicide. On September 27th, at the request of 4th District Attorney General James Dunn, TBI Special Agents joined the Gatlinburg Police Department in … Continue reading Sevierville Man Charged in Gatlinburg Murder Case
Arson Suspect Indicted, Accused of Trying to Solicit Murder of Witness
COOKEVILLE – Special Agents from the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation have obtained an indictment for an inmate of the Overton County Jail who stands accused of trying to solicit the murder of a witness in his pending criminal case. On September 13th, TBI Agents began investigating Calvin Booher (DOB 2-10-78). A year ago, authorities arrested … Continue reading Arson Suspect Indicted, Accused of Trying to Solicit Murder of Witness
Woman Arrested, Accused of Pointing Gun at Police Officers
NASHVILLE – Special Agents from the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation have obtained indictments for a woman accused of pointing a gun at two police officers, resulting in an officer-involved shooting earlier this year in Robertson County. At the request of 19th District Attorney General John Carney, TBI Agents began investigating an officer-involved shooting in White … Continue reading Woman Arrested, Accused of Pointing Gun at Police Officers
Now Hiring! CJIS Support Specialist, Criminal History Examiner (2 Positions)
The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation seeks interested and qualified candidates for the following open positions. CJIS SUPPORT SPECIALIST TENNESSEE INFORMATION ENFORCEMENT SYSTEM (TIES) UNIT TBI HEADQUARTERS 1 VACANCY JOB DUTIES Responsible for conducting National Crime Information Center (NCIC) training and providing assistance to law enforcement agencies with all NCIC related questions. Teaches NCIC Basic Certification, … Continue reading Now Hiring! CJIS Support Specialist, Criminal History Examiner (2 Positions)
Deputy Indicted, Arrested, & Fired in TBI Drug Evidence Theft Case
NASHVILLE – Special Agents from the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation have obtained indictments for a now former Smith County deputy accused of stealing drugs from the department’s evidence room. On Monday, at the request of 15th District Attorney General Tom Thompson, TBI Agents began investigating the theft of drugs from the evidence room at the … Continue reading Deputy Indicted, Arrested, & Fired in TBI Drug Evidence Theft Case
Two Arrested, Charged in Henry County Homicide
JACKSON – A joint investigation by Special Agents with the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation and Henry County Sheriff’s Office has resulted in the arrest of two individuals, charged in connection with a September 23rd homicide. At the request of 24th District Attorney General Matthew Stowe, on September 23rd, TBI Agents joined the Henry County Sheriff’s … Continue reading Two Arrested, Charged in Henry County Homicide
TBI Agents Investigating Officer-Involved Shooting in Fairview
Updated 9:45 a.m. CT: The deceased individual has been identified as Jeffory Hughes (DOB 2/17/67), the homeowner of the residence. At the request of District Attorney General Kim Helper, TBI Special Agents are investigating the circumstances that led to an officer -involved shooting that occurred shortly after 1 o'clock a.m. CT Tuesday at 7125 Hill … Continue reading TBI Agents Investigating Officer-Involved Shooting in Fairview
New Communications Officer Joins TBI Public Information Office
NASHVILLE – The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation is announcing a new addition to its Public Information Office, in an effort to provide enhanced services and community relations to West Tennessee. Micheal Jones formerly served as the Director of Communications for the Tennessee Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services. He is a graduate of … Continue reading New Communications Officer Joins TBI Public Information Office
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