UPDATE: 8/23/24, 1:25 p.m.: The subject who died as a result of this incident has been identified as 32-year-old Zachary Johnson. At the request of 26th Judicial District Attorney General Jody Pickens, TBI Special Agents continue to investigate the circumstances of a Wednesday morning shooting involving deputies of the Chester County Sheriff’s Office. Preliminary information indicates … Continue reading TBI Agents Investigating Chester County Officer-Involved Shooting
Erin Man Charged in 2023 Fire
HOUSTON COUNTY - An Erin man is charged with arson, following an investigation by special agent fire investigators with the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation. On September 30, 2023, TBI special agents certified in fire and explosives investigations joined the Houston County Fire Department in investigating a fire that occurred on that day, at the 9000 … Continue reading Erin Man Charged in 2023 Fire
NOW HIRING! Special Agent/Forensic Scientist, Forensic Technician, and Business Tech Support-Intermediate
The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation seeks interested and qualified candidates for the following open positions. TBI SPECIAL AGENT - FORENSIC SCIENTIST 1Forensic Biology UnitJackson Laboratory - Madison County2 Vacancies Summary: Responsible for analyzing physical, biological, or chemical evidence submitted to the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation; and composing technical laboratory reports describing the results of tests. … Continue reading NOW HIRING! Special Agent/Forensic Scientist, Forensic Technician, and Business Tech Support-Intermediate
Millington Woman Arrested, Charged in TBI Medicaid Fraud Investigation
A Millington woman faces felony charges following a financial exploitation investigation by special agents assigned to the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation's Medicaid Fraud Control Division. In July of 2023, TBI’s Medicaid Fraud Control Division was notified by Adult Protective Services of the financial exploitation of a vulnerable adult. The investigation determined that Jerrilyn Short (DOB … Continue reading Millington Woman Arrested, Charged in TBI Medicaid Fraud Investigation
TBI Agents Investigating Tipton County Officer-Involved Shooting
At the request of 25th Judicial District Attorney General Mark Davidson, TBI special agents are investigating the circumstances that led to an officer-involved shooting early Monday morning involving officers with the Munford Police Department. Preliminary information indicates that at around 2:10 a.m. on August 19th, Munford police officers initiated a traffic stop, but the driver … Continue reading TBI Agents Investigating Tipton County Officer-Involved Shooting
Elizabethton Man Charged with Abuse of Vulnerable Adult
CARTER COUNTY - An investigation by special agents with the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation Medicaid Fraud Control Division and the Carter County Sheriff’s Office has resulted in the arrest of an Elizabethton man accused of abusing his adult sister. On August 7th, after receiving a referral from Adult Protective Services, TBI special agents began investigating … Continue reading Elizabethton Man Charged with Abuse of Vulnerable Adult
NOW HIRING! Procurement Officer 1, Criminal History Examiner 1
Procurement Officer 1 TBI Headquarters Davidson County 1 Vacancy Summary: Responsible for purchasing, issuing, and storing materials, supplies, and equipment at an institution or assists in the procurement duties for a department or major section. Monitors all contract periods for updates and expirations, plus ensures all purchases meet departmental, state, and federal guidelines. Assists TBI … Continue reading NOW HIRING! Procurement Officer 1, Criminal History Examiner 1
Marion County Human Trafficking Operation Results in Arrests
MARION COUNTY - An undercover operation by special agents with the TBI's Human Trafficking Unit, the Marion County Sheriff's Office, and the 12th Judicial District Drug Task Force resulted in arrests, with two individuals accepting treatment. Over a two-day period starting August 7th, as part of an undercover operation aimed at addressing human trafficking in … Continue reading Marion County Human Trafficking Operation Results in Arrests
Gallatin Woman Charged in June Home Explosion
Sumner County - A Gallatin woman is in jail after being indicted on charges of aggravated arson and felony vandalism stemming from the explosion of the duplex where she lived. At the request of 18th Judicial District Attorney General Ray Whitley and the Gallatin Police Department, on June 14th, TBI special agents responded to a … Continue reading Gallatin Woman Charged in June Home Explosion
Lafayette Woman Faces Charges Related to Her Son’s Death
SMITH COUNTY - A TBI investigation has resulted in the arrest of a Macon County woman, who faces charges related to the shooting death of her son. At the request of the 15th Judicial District Attorney General Jason Lawson, TBI agents were requested to investigate the January 30th shooting death of Theodore Taylor (DOB 01/03/2003), … Continue reading Lafayette Woman Faces Charges Related to Her Son’s Death
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