TENNESSEE– The TBI’s first ever Electronic Storage Detection (ESD) K9, Zeus, is retiring after five years of service. Zeus was born in Michigan, but lived out his puppy months in the Chattanooga, Tennessee area. He was raised by Paws with a Cause and was on his way to becoming an assistant for people with disabilities or … Continue reading TBI Announces K9 Zeus’ Retirement
Former Police Officer Indicted, Accused of Official Misconduct
JOHNSON CITY - An investigation by special agents with the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation has resulted in the indictment of a now-former Johnson City officer. In June 2024, at the request of 1st Judicial District Attorney General Steve Finney, TBI agents began investigating allegations of misconduct involving Connor Cooper. Michael Dunavant was appointed by the … Continue reading Former Police Officer Indicted, Accused of Official Misconduct
TBI Agents Investigating Knox County Officer-Involved Shooting
At the request of 6th Judicial District Attorney General Charme Allen, TBI agents are investigating the circumstances leading to an officer-involved shooting that occurred Wednesday morning in Knox County. Just after 9:00 a.m., deputies with the Knox County Sheriff’s Office were attempting to serve an arrest warrant on a male subject at a residence in … Continue reading TBI Agents Investigating Knox County Officer-Involved Shooting
Former Corrections Officer Indicted, Charged in Misconduct Investigation
CARTER COUNTY – An investigation by special agents with the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation has resulted in the indictment of a now-former Carter County corrections officer accused of having inappropriate contact with an inmate. In December 2024, at the request of 1st Judicial District Attorney General Steve Finney, TBI agents began investigating allegations of misconduct … Continue reading Former Corrections Officer Indicted, Charged in Misconduct Investigation
Henry County Attorney Indicted, Accused of Assault and Sexual Battery
HENRY COUNTY – An investigation by special agents with the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation into allegations of assault and sexual battery has resulted in the arrest of a Henry County attorney. In October of 2024, at the request of District Attorney General Pro Tem Mike Dunavant, agents began investigating allegations of inappropriate conduct by Michael Ainley. … Continue reading Henry County Attorney Indicted, Accused of Assault and Sexual Battery
Rockwood Man Faces 1st Degree Murder Charge in Cumberland County Shooting
CUMBERLAND COUNTY – A joint investigation by special agents with the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation and the Cumberland County Sheriff’s Office has resulted in an arrest. At the request of 13th Judicial District Attorney General Bryant Dunaway, TBI special agents began investigating a shooting that occurred Sunday night in the 200 block of George Anna Drive in … Continue reading Rockwood Man Faces 1st Degree Murder Charge in Cumberland County Shooting
Former Corporal Indicted, Charged with Aggravated Assault
CHEATHAM COUNTY – An investigation by special agents with the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation into an altercation involving a now-former on-duty Cheatham County corporal has resulted in indictments. On January 6th, at the request of 23rd Judicial District Attorney General Ray Crouch, TBI agents began investigating a complaint that then-Cheatham County Corporal Ryan Creech (DOB 11/21/1974) … Continue reading Former Corporal Indicted, Charged with Aggravated Assault
Shelby County Caregiver Indicted, Charged with Stealing from Vulnerable Adults
SHELBY COUNTY – A Memphis caregiver has been indicted and arrested, following an investigation by special agents with the TBI Medicaid Fraud Control Division. In July 2024, following a referral from Adult Protective Services, agents began investigating allegations of financial exploitation of vulnerable adults who were residing at a Shelby County care facility. During the course … Continue reading Shelby County Caregiver Indicted, Charged with Stealing from Vulnerable Adults
Memphis Man Arrested, Charged in Cyber Theft Scheme
RUTHERFORD COUNTY – A joint investigation involving the Federal Bureau of Investigation, Internal Revenue Service, Homeland Security Investigations, Tennessee Highway Patrol, Smyrna Police Department, Rutherford County Sheriff’s Office, Dickson County Sheriff’s Office, Williamson County Sheriff’s Office, and special agents with the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation’s Cybercrime and Digital Evidence Unit has resulted in the arrest … Continue reading Memphis Man Arrested, Charged in Cyber Theft Scheme
TBI Agents Investigating Cleveland Officer-Involved Shooting
At the request of 10th Judicial District Attorney General Stephen Hatchett, TBI special agents continue to investigate the circumstances of an officer-involved shooting Sunday night involving the Cleveland Police Department. Preliminary information indicates the incident occurred at approximately 11:23 Sunday night at a gas station in the 4100 block of APD 40 where a Cleveland … Continue reading TBI Agents Investigating Cleveland Officer-Involved Shooting
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