HENNING – An investigation by special agents with the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation spanning almost 13 years has resulted in the indictment of two individuals on charges ranging from First-Degree Murder to Perjury. The original investigation, requested by then 25th Judicial District Attorney General Mike Dunavant in September 2011, into the murders of Eric Lee … Continue reading New Indictments in 2011 Henning Homicides
Former Fentress County Corrections Officer Indicted, Charged in TBI Misconduct Investigation
FENTRESS COUNTY – An investigation by special agents with the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation has resulted in the indictment of a former Fentress County corrections officer. In July 2023, at the request of 8th Judicial District Attorney General Jared Effler, TBI agents began investigating allegations of misconduct involving Coltan Daniel Jones (DOB: 10/21/99). The investigation revealed … Continue reading Former Fentress County Corrections Officer Indicted, Charged in TBI Misconduct Investigation
Investigation into Human Trafficking Complaints Results in Arrest in Rockwood
ROCKWOOD – Complaints of illegal business activity being conducted at a Roane County massage business led to an investigation by the Rockwood Police Department, the TBI Human Trafficking Unit, and the office of 9th Judicial District Attorney General. As a result of that investigation, led by Rockwood Detective Dustin Arnold, one woman faces charges and … Continue reading Investigation into Human Trafficking Complaints Results in Arrest in Rockwood
Sharon Man Arrested, Charged with Arson
SHARON – A joint investigation by special agent fire investigators with the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation, Sharon Fire Department, and Weakley County Sheriff’s Office has resulted in the arrest of a man from Sharon in connection to a fire earlier this month. On February 13th, TBI special agents joined investigators and firefighters in investigating a … Continue reading Sharon Man Arrested, Charged with Arson
Now Hiring! TBI Announces Fleet Purchasing Manager Position
TBI is seeking interested and qualified applicants for the following position: Administrative Services – Fleet & ProcurementNashville/Davidson County1 Vacancy Job Duties:The individual in this position will manage all fleet operations for the agency, including but not limited to the following responsibilities: oversee purchasing and replacing of agency vehicles; oversee the maintenance of vehicles; register agency … Continue reading Now Hiring! TBI Announces Fleet Purchasing Manager Position
TBI Special Agents Investigating Officer-Involved Shooting in Jackson
Updated: 2/12/24 at 4:57 to reflect four individuals inside the club were found to have gunshot wounds. At the request of 26th Judicial District Attorney General Jody Pickens, TBI special agents continue to investigate the circumstances that led to a fatal officer-involved shooting early Sunday morning involving officers with the Jackson Police Department. Preliminary information … Continue reading TBI Special Agents Investigating Officer-Involved Shooting in Jackson
Two Indicted, Charged in 2023 Marion County Homicide
SOUTH PITTSBURG – Special agents from the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation have obtained indictments charging two people in connection to a 2023 homicide. On February 9, 2023, at the request of 12th Judicial District Attorney General Courtney Lynch, TBI agents joined the South Pittsburg Police Department in a vehicle fire investigation off a steep ravine … Continue reading Two Indicted, Charged in 2023 Marion County Homicide
TBI Agents Investigating Officer-Involved Shooting in Blount County
UPDATE: On February 13th, Kenneth DeHart was located in East Knoxville and taken into custody. At the request of 5th Judicial District Attorney General Ryan Desmond, TBI agents are investigating the circumstances leading to an officer-involved shooting that occurred Thursday evening involving deputies with the Blount County Sheriff’s Office. Preliminary information indicates that just before … Continue reading TBI Agents Investigating Officer-Involved Shooting in Blount County
TBI Special Agents Investigating Officer-Involved Shooting in Hamilton County
At the request of 11th Judicial District Attorney General Coty Wamp, TBI special agents continue to investigate the circumstances that led to an officer-involved shooting Thursday night involving officers with the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office. Preliminary information indicates that members of the Hamilton County Sheriff's Office were conducting an enforcement operation in the 4800 block … Continue reading TBI Special Agents Investigating Officer-Involved Shooting in Hamilton County
Three West Tennessee State Penitentiary Inmates Indicted in Attack of Fellow Prisoner
Updated: 2/7/24 at 1 p.m. to reflect the correct date of birth for Zakkawanda Moss as 10/22/77. RIPLEY – A joint investigation by special agents with the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation and investigators with the Tennessee Department of Correction has resulted in the indictment of three inmates at the West Tennessee State Penitentiary in Henning … Continue reading Three West Tennessee State Penitentiary Inmates Indicted in Attack of Fellow Prisoner
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