COOKEVILLE – Partner law enforcement agencies from across the Upper Cumberland region have worked together to secure charges for 12 individuals in connection to an eight-month investigation into the distribution of methamphetamine in several counties. Authorities from the Cookeville Police Department, the Cumberland County Sheriff’s Office, the Crossville Police Department, the Putnam County Sheriff’s Office, … Continue reading Joint Law Enforcement Efforts Yields Charges in 8-Month Methamphetamine Case
Tipton County Man Arrested, Charged with Murder
MEMPHIS – An investigation by Special Agents with the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation has resulted in the arrest of a Drummonds man, who is charged with murder. At the request of 25th District Attorney General Mike Dunavant, TBI Agents joined deputies with the Tipton County Sheriff’s Office in investigating a death reported at 6926 … Continue reading Tipton County Man Arrested, Charged with Murder
We’re hiring! Criminal History Examiner Positions Open
TBI JOB OPENING CRIMINAL HISTORY EXAMINER 1 CJIS DIVISION, TBI HEADQUARTERS 2 VACANCIES JOB DUTIES Responsible for performing entry level criminal history examination work, to include verifying and updating criminal history information for dispositions, diversions, fingerprint submissions, and/or expungement orders. Performs background checks for local and/or state law enforcement agencies, Federal Firearm Licensees (FFLs), attorneys, … Continue reading We’re hiring! Criminal History Examiner Positions Open
Former Marshall County Bookkeeper Arrested in Colorado on Tennessee Theft Charge
NASHVILLE – An investigation by Special Agents with the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation has resulted in the arrest in Colorado of a woman charged with stealing from her former boss in Lewisburg. At the request of 17th District Attorney General Robert Carter, on January 12th, TBI Special Agents joined detectives with the Lewisburg Police … Continue reading Former Marshall County Bookkeeper Arrested in Colorado on Tennessee Theft Charge
9 Men Facing Felony Charges as a Result of Kingsport Human Trafficking Operation
NOTE: This release has changed from its previous version. Updated 10/25/17 at 7:25 p.m. ET: Bradley Mark Poston turned himself into the Sullivan County Jail this evening. Poston was the only individual indicted as part of the Kingsport operation who had not been arrested. Additional information, including a booking photo, is below. JOHNSON CITY – … Continue reading 9 Men Facing Felony Charges as a Result of Kingsport Human Trafficking Operation
Former Sumner County Attorney Indicted on 17 Counts of Theft
NASHVILLE – An investigation by Special Agents with the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation has resulted in the arrest of a former Sumner County attorney who is charged with stealing from his clients. At the request of 18th Judicial District Attorney General Ray Whitley, on December 6, 2016, TBI Special Agents began investigating former attorney Andy … Continue reading Former Sumner County Attorney Indicted on 17 Counts of Theft
TBI Special Agents Investigating Cocke County Officer-Involved Shooting
Updated 9:15 a.m. - The deceased individual has been identified as Carmen William Rongione (DOB 8/29/75), of Cosby, TN. At the request of 4th District Attorney General James Dunn, TBI Special Agents are investigating the circumstances surrounding an officer-involved shooting that occurred Sunday evening in Cocke County. Preliminary information indicates that just after 7:30 PM, … Continue reading TBI Special Agents Investigating Cocke County Officer-Involved Shooting
Clarksville Man Charged in 2016 Ashland City Homicide
NASHVILLE – In an ongoing investigation with the assistance of the Cheatham County Sheriff’s Office, Special Agents from the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation have obtained an indictment for a Clarksville man in connection to the 2016 homicide of an Ashland City man. At the request of District Attorney General Ray Crouch, TBI Agents began investigating … Continue reading Clarksville Man Charged in 2016 Ashland City Homicide
Former Court Clerk Nabbed in TBI Misconduct Case
NASHVILLE – Special Agents from the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation have obtained indictments for a former county court clerk accused of misconduct in regards to the proceedings of a Grand Jury. At the request of 21st District Attorney General Kim Helper, TBI Agents began investigating Jennifer Cogdill (DOB 9-13-70) on May 9th. During the course … Continue reading Former Court Clerk Nabbed in TBI Misconduct Case
Corrections Officer Arrested, Accused of Assaulting Inmate
NASHVILLE – Special Agents from the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation have obtained an indictment for a corrections officer accused of assaulting an inmate under her supervision. At the request of 23rd District Attorney General Ray Crouch, TBI Agents began investigating Teresa Maria Howell (DOB 6-30-63) on June 19th. During the course of the investigation, Agents … Continue reading Corrections Officer Arrested, Accused of Assaulting Inmate
