Rutherford County Man Indicted on Child Porn Charges

NASHVILLE – The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation has obtained indictments for a Rutherford County man charged with sexual exploitation of a minor and aggravated sexual exploitation of a minor. TBI Agents, with the assistance of officers with the Murfreesboro Police Department and the Rutherford County Sheriff’s Office, began an investigation in 2013 to identify subjects … Continue reading Rutherford County Man Indicted on Child Porn Charges

Former Jefferson County Purchasing Agent Charged with Theft

JOHNSON CITY – The Tennessean Bureau of Investigation has obtained indictments for a Jefferson County woman charged with Theft and Official Misconduct. At the request of 4th District Attorney James Dunn and Jefferson County Sheriff Bud McCoig, on March 20th, TBI Special Agents, with the assistance of the State Comptroller’s office, began investigating Teresa Marie … Continue reading Former Jefferson County Purchasing Agent Charged with Theft

Benton County Man Arrested for Abuse, Death of Infant

JACKSON – The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation yielded warrants that led to the arrest today of a 25-year old Benton County man, charged with first degree murder and aggravated child abuse of a seven-month-old child. On August 22nd, 2014, at the request of 24th District Attorney Hansel McAdams, TBI Special Agents, with the assistance of … Continue reading Benton County Man Arrested for Abuse, Death of Infant

20-Year-Old Nabbed in TBI Statutory Rape Case

NASHVILLE – The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation has obtained indictments for a Rutherford County man accused of having a sexual relationship with a minor. At the request of 15th District Attorney General Tommy Thompson, TBI Special Agents began investigating Jacob Belcher on May 27th. During the course of the investigation, Special Agents determined, that from … Continue reading 20-Year-Old Nabbed in TBI Statutory Rape Case

Now Hiring! TBI Intelligence Analyst Positions

The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation seeks interested and qualified candidates for the following two positions: INTELLIGENCE ANALYST FUSION CENTER, TBI HEADQUARTERS JOB DUTIES Responsible for providing analytical support to Federal, State, and Local law enforcement agencies statewide and nationwide, in response to requests for assistance. Specifically, provides analytical aid to law enforcement through the six … Continue reading Now Hiring! TBI Intelligence Analyst Positions

Rutherford County Man Latest Addition to TBI Top Ten List

NASHVILLE - The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation has a new addition to the state’s Top Ten Most Wanted list, Edward William Tarras, Jr. of La Vergne, TN. Tarras is wanted by the Smyrna Police Department and the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation after failing to appear in court last Friday, where he faced almost two dozen … Continue reading Rutherford County Man Latest Addition to TBI Top Ten List

TBI Launches New Initiative to Combat Human Trafficking

NASHVILLE – Today, the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation officially launched a new outreach to raise awareness of human trafficking in Tennessee. The campaign, titled “IT Has To Stop,” hopes to increase awareness of human trafficking in Tennessee and beyond. The centerpiece of the campaign, ITHasToStop.com, features information, current research and statistics, video, important contacts, and … Continue reading TBI Launches New Initiative to Combat Human Trafficking

Carthage Man Arrested, Accused of Misleading Investigators in TBI Assault Case

NASHVILLE – The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation has arrested and charged a Carthage man accused of shooting a man and then misleading investigators about his involvement in the incident. At the request of 15th District Attorney General Tommy Thompson, and with the assistance of the Carthage Police Department and Smith County Sheriff’s Department, TBI Special … Continue reading Carthage Man Arrested, Accused of Misleading Investigators in TBI Assault Case

Former Mental Health Facility Technician Charged with Sexually Assaulting Patient

CHATTANOOGA – The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation has obtained an indictment for a former technician at a Hamilton County mental health facility for sexually assaulting a female patient there. At the request of the Chattanooga Police Department, investigators with the Medicaid Fraud Control Unit of the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation began investigating Marcus Dewayne Benford, … Continue reading Former Mental Health Facility Technician Charged with Sexually Assaulting Patient

Rutherford County Inmate Faces Additional Charge

NASHVILLE – The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation has obtained an indictment for a Rutherford County jail inmate, charging him with aggravated perjury. At the request of the 16th District Attorney General William Whitesell, TBI Special Agents investigated statements made by 23-year-old Kareem Wiggins during a hearing for his probation revocation. On May 14, 2014, Wiggins, … Continue reading Rutherford County Inmate Faces Additional Charge