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March 24, 2024Tilson, CalebWCSO Arrests Woman Wanted for Felony Child Abandonment/Endangerment in TexasLight, JohnMarch 25, 2024
March 18, 2024Saylor, SusanWCSO Arrest Man for Aggravated Kidnapping, Aggravated AssaultLight, JohnMarch 18, 2024
March 18, 2024Hite, HunterWCSO Arrests Johnson City Man for Possession of 35 Fentanyl PillsLight, JohnMarch 18, 2024
March 18, 2024Saylor, SusanKingsport Woman Arrested for Aggravated BurglaryLight, JohnMarch 18, 2024
March 14, 2024Saylor, SusanWCSO Investigation Leads to Jonesborough Woman Being Indicted for Embezzlement from ChurchStine, ChrisMarch 14, 2024
March 13, 2024Saylor, SusanJonesborough Man Arrested for Aggravated Sexual Exploitation of MinorStine, ChrisMarch 13, 2024
March 05, 2024Dean, JuniorWCSO Traffic Stop Leads to Discovery of 40.6 Grams of MethLight, JohnMarch 06, 2024
February 28, 2024Hite, HunterWCSO Apprehends Car Thief Wanted by JCPD, Adds Two Counts Evading ArrestLight, JohnFebruary 28, 2024
February 24, 2024Moore, TimothyDUI Investigation Leads to Felony Child Neglect Charges for Jonesborough WomanLight, JohnFebruary 24, 2024
February 24, 2024Leslie, MorganDomestic Dispute Leads to House Fire, Arson Charges, for Johnson City WomanLight, JohnFebruary 24, 2024
February 21, 2024Kantos, SethDeputies Bit by Dog, Man During Domestic IncidentLight, JohnFebruary 21, 2024
February 20, 2024Leonard, KeeleyWCSO Arrests Bluff City Man for Felony DUI, Drug ViolationsLight, JohnFebruary 20, 2024
February 20, 2024Saylor, SusanThree arrested by WCSO for Drug ViolationsStine, ChrisFebruary 20, 2024
February 18, 2024Saylor, SusanWCSO Arrests Sandra Pope for Selling Drugs While Out on Bond Stine, Chris February 18, 2024
February 18, 2024Saylor, SusanBrief Pursuit Ends in Arrest of Jonesborough Man for Aggravated Domestic AssaultLight, JohnFebruary 19, 2024
February 18, 2024Lipscomb, CassieAltercation Over Medication Leads to Aggravated Domestic Assault ChargeLight, JohnFebruary 19, 2024
February 15, 2024Saylor, SusanWCSO Charges Gabriel BarnettLight, JohnFebruary 15, 2024
February 14, 2024Saylor, SusanWCSO Searching for Gabriel Barnett Light, JohnFebruary 14, 2024
February 13, 2024Hite, HunterWCSO Arrests Kingsport Man in Road Rage IncidentWines RandallFebruary 13, 2024
February 13, 2024Hite, HunterWCSO Arrests Man for Aggravated Assault in GrayLight, JohnFebruary 13, 2024
February 12, 2024Saylor, SusanWCSO Arrests Jonesborough Man for Aggravated Burglary, Domestic AssaultLight, JohnFebruary 12, 2024
February 12, 2024Hite, HunterTraffic Stop on I-26 Leads to Meth, Weapons ChargesLight, JohnFebruary 12, 2024
February 05, 2024Marecic, MatthewWCSO Arrests Johnson City Man on Two Counts Aggravated AssaultWines RandallFebruary 05, 2024
February 05, 2024Saylor, SusanJonesborough Man Out On Bond Arrested for Tractor TheftStine, ChrisFebruary 05, 2024
February 01, 2024Saylor, SusanJonesborough Man Charged with Aggravated Domestic Assault, Elder AbuseLight, JohnFebruary 05, 2024
February 01, 2024Saylor, SusanJonesborough Man Charged with Reckless Endangerment After Damage to Home DiscoveredLight, JohnFebruary 01, 2024
February 01, 2024Saylor, SusanInmate Receives Introduction of Contraband Charges for concealing 38 grams of MethWalters, VinceFebruary 01, 2024
January 30, 2024Buckner, AnthonyWCSO Finds 12 Grams Meth During Traffic StopWalters, VinceJanuary 30, 2024
January 29, 2024Saylor, SusanWCSO Investigators Confiscate Still, Moonshine in Johnson City Walters, VinceJanuary 29, 2024
January 28, 2024Wright, StacieJonesborough Woman Arrested for Aggravated Child Abuse, Neglect, and Disorderly ConductLight, JohnJanuary 29, 2024
January 26, 2024Dean, JuniorJonesborough Woman Charged with Introduction, Indecent Exposure, Public IntoxicationLight, JohnJanuary 26, 2024
January 22, 2024Martin, JimmyWCSO Charges Two in 22 Auto BurglariesStine, ChrisJanuary 22, 2024
January 17, 2024Cabrera, APropane Heater Ignites Outside of House, Residents Escape Without InjuryLight, JohnJanuary 17, 2024
January 14, 2024Hite, HunterDeputies Find 18 Grams of Meth, Other Drugs on Johnson City Duo During Traffic StopLight, JohnJanuary 16, 2024
January 12, 2024Saylor, SusanScammers Once Again Asking for Payment with Gift Cards for Warrants, Jury DutySexton, KeithJanuary 12, 2024
January 10, 2024Wright, StacieWCSO Arrests Jonesborough Woman for Limestone BurglaryLight, JohnJanuary 10, 2024
January 10, 2024Wright, StacieJonesborough Man Arrested for Aggravated Burglary, Aggravated Domestic AssaultLight, JohnJanuary 10, 2024
January 09, 2024Saylor, SusanWCSO Charges Juvenile for Gray Auto Burglaries, Citizen Help Instrumental Stine, ChrisJanuary 09, 2024
January 08, 2024Antone, RogerJohnson City Man Points Gun at Animal Control Officers; Arrested for two counts of Aggravated AssaulLight, JohnJanuary 09, 2024
January 08, 2024Saylor, SusanWCSO Investigation Leads to Fentanyl Pill Operation in Johnson CityStine, ChrisJanuary 08, 2024
January 05, 2024Saylor, SusanWCSO Arrests Jonesborough Man for Aggravated Domestic AssaultLight, JohnJanuary 08, 2024
January 03, 2024Saylor, SusanWCSO Arrests Man in Cookeville for Especially Aggravated Sexual Exploitation of a MinorStine, ChrisJanuary 03, 2024
January 02, 2024Saylor, SusanLimestone Woman Charged with Introduction of ContrabandLight, JohnJanuary 02, 2024
December 31, 2023Mckinney, WesWCSO Apprehends Rape Suspect Using Drone, K9Light, JohnDecember 31, 2023
December 31, 2023Tilson, CalebGray Man Arrested After Firing Gun in Apartment ComplexLight, JohnDecember 31, 2023
December 28, 2023Saylor, SusanWCSO Arrest Johnson City Woman for Possession of 279 grams of MethStine, ChrisDecember 28, 2023
December 26, 2023Saylor, SusanDBHS Girls’ Basketball Coach Arrested, Charged with Aggravated AssaultLight, JohnDecember 26, 2023
December 18, 2023Saylor, SusanCalls Target Residents With “Jury Duty Scam” Requesting Payment with Gift Cards, BitcoinSexton, KeithDecember 18, 2023
December 13, 2023Saylor, SusanWCSO Charges Kingsport Man with Aggravated Stalking, Aggravated Domestic AssaultLight, JohnDecember 14, 2023
December 11, 2023Saylor, SusanWCSO Charges Johnson City Man with Five Counts of Reckless EndangermentLight, JohnDecember 12, 2023
December 05, 2023Saylor, SusanWCSO Conducting Fatal Fire Investigation Light, JohnDecember 05, 2023
December 03, 2023Moore, TimothyTraffic Stop Leads to Methamphetamine Arrest in JonesboroughLight, JohnDecember 04, 2023
December 03, 2023Smith, ScottWelfare Check Leads to Arrest of South Carolina Man for False ImprisonmentLight, JohnDecember 04, 2023
November 30, 2023Saylor, SusanJohnson City Woman Charged with Three Counts of Assaulting First Responders, other chargesLight, JohnDecember 01, 2023
November 30, 2023Saylor, SusanWCSO Charges Woman with Introduction Contraband into a Penal Facility Sexton, KeithNovember 30, 2023
November 30, 2023Hite, HunterWCSO Charges Jonesborough Man with Resale of Schedule I and II Drugs Near SchoolLight, JohnNovember 30, 2023
November 30, 2023Saylor, SusanWCSO Identifies Camper Fire VictimLight, JohnNovember 30, 2023
November 29, 2023Saylor, SusanWCSO Investigating Overnight Fatal FireLight, JohnNovember 29, 2023
November 27, 2023Saylor, SusanCalls Target Residents with "Civil Service Scam"Rose, JohnNovember 27, 2023
November 27, 2023Saylor, SusanGray Woman Arrested for Meth Lab, Marijuana Grow OperationStine, ChrisNovember 27, 2023
November 27, 2023Saylor, SusanWCSO Arrests Johnson City Man for Meth Stine, ChrisNovember 27, 2023
November 27, 2023Saylor, SusanLimestone Woman Points Loaded Gun at Amazon DriverLight, JohnNovember 27, 2023
November 21, 2023Saylor, SusanWCSO Arrests New Jersey Pair in Extortion ScamRose, JohnNovember 21, 2023
November 20, 2023Saylor, SusanHess Joins WCSO as Training/Special Operations Commander Sexton, KeithNovember 20, 2023
November 20, 2023Hite, HunterWCSO Arrests Jonesborough Man for Weapons, Drugs, DUILight, JohnNovember 20, 2023
November 16, 2023Saylor, SusanWCSO Arrests Limestone Man on Multiple Felony ChargesLight, JohnNovember 17, 2023
November 16, 2023Saylor, SusanWCSO Arrests Jonesborough Man for Aggravated Stalking, Violating Order of ProtectionLight, JohnNovember 17, 2023
November 09, 2023Saylor, SusanSheriff Keith Sexton Announces Multiple PromotionsSexton, KeithNovember 09, 2023
October 31, 2023Saylor, SusanWCSO Charges Johnson City Man with Aggravated Sexual Exploitation of a MinorStine, ChrisOctober 31, 2023
October 25, 2023Saylor, SusanWCSO Arrests Johnson City Man on Aggravated Exploitation of MinorStine, ChrisOctober 25, 2023
October 24, 2023Saylor, SusanWCSO Hosts National Drug Take Back Day Event Oct. 28Sexton, KeithOctober 24, 2023
October 23, 2023Saylor, SusanWCSO Arrests Jonesborough Man for Theft of Construction Materials, MethStine, ChrisOctober 23, 2023
October 23, 2023Saylor, SusanWCSO Arrests Johnson City Woman on Multiple Outstanding Warrants, Add Nine New ChargesLight, JohnOctober 23, 2023
October 19, 2023Walters, VinceWCSO Charges Chuckey Man with Aggravated Domestic AssaultStine, ChrisOctober 19, 2023
October 18, 2023Saylor, SusanWCSO Arrests Multiple Women on Conspiracy, Introduction of Contraband ChargesSexton, KeithOctober 18, 2023
October 16, 2023Saylor, SusanTelford Man Threatens Three with Lawnmower Blade, Charged with Aggravated Assault Wines RandallOctober 16, 2023
October 11, 2023Stout, MatthewJonesborough Man Charged after Striking Family Member with Golf ClubWines RandallOctober 11, 2023
October 09, 2023Saylor, SusanWCSO arrest two Erwin residents with 60.37 grams of methSexton, KeithOctober 09, 2023
October 09, 2023Saylor, SusanChuckey Man Charged with Introduction of Contraband Wines RandallOctober 09, 2023
October 03, 2023Saylor, SusanWCSO Charges Johnson City Man with Aggravated Assault, Violating Order of ProtectionWines, RandallOctober 03, 2023
October 03, 2023Saylor, SusanWCSO arrests three at Limestone home for drugs, gunsWines RandallOctober 03, 2023
September 28, 2023Saylor, SusanWCSO Captures Telford Man on Presentment for Second Degree Murder, Drug ChargesStine, ChrisSeptember 28, 2023
September 25, 2023Saylor, SusanWCSO Releases Video Footage of Robbers Suspected in Area Burglaries Sexton, KeithSeptember 25, 2023
September 22, 2023Saylor, SusanWCSO INVESTIGATING A RASH OF VEHICLE BREAK-INS, MULTIPLE FIREARMS STOLENWines RandallSeptember 22, 2023
September 12, 2023SAYLOR, SUSANCalls Targeting Washington County Residents In Jury Duty ScamSexton, KeithSeptember 12, 2023
September 12, 2023Walters, VinceWCSO Asks Public for Assistance in Vandalism CaseStine, ChrisSeptember 12, 2023
September 11, 2023Saylor, SusanWCSO ASKS FOR HELP LOCATING MISSING JONESBOROUGH MANWines RandallSeptember 11, 2023
August 31, 2023Saylor, SusanWCSO Investigation Concludes Bomb Threat at Sulphur Springs School Not ViableWines RandallAugust 31, 2023
August 27, 2023Daily, JasonRoad Rage Leads to Multiple Felony Charges, DUI for Jonesborough ManWines RandallAugust 28, 2023
August 22, 2023Wright, StacieWCSO Charges Jonesborough Man with Aggravated Kidnapping, Reckless EndangermentLight, JohnAugust 22, 2023
August 14, 2023Saylor, SusanWCSO Arrest Johnson City Man on two counts of Aggravated Assault, VandalismWines RandallAugust 14, 2023
August 14, 2023Martin, JimmyWCSO Apprehends Chuckey Man After Chase on Highway 107Stine, ChrisAugust 14, 2023
August 08, 2023Saylor, SusanMeet Daisy: Rescue Dog Now on Patrol at South Central SchoolSexton, KeithAugust 08, 2023
August 07, 2023Baines, ShineWCSO Arrest Limestone Man for Aggravated Burglary, Domestic Assault, Burglary of VehicleLight, JohnAugust 07, 2023
August 05, 2023Harkleroad, MeganMuddy Tire Tracks Lead WCSO to Stolen PropertyLight, JohnAugust 07, 2023
August 03, 2023Saylor, SusanWCSO Charges Fall Branch Man with Aggravated Domestic AssaultLight, JohnAugust 03, 2023
August 01, 2023Saylor, SusanWCSO Arrests Jonesborough Man for Possession of Methamphetamine, DUIWines RandallAugust 01, 2023
July 27, 2023Saylor, SusanWCSO Arrests Limestone Man for Aggravated RobberyLight, JohnJuly 27, 2023
July 27, 2023Saylor, SusanKnoxville Woman Arrested for Indecent Exposure Outside of WCDCLight, JohnJuly 27, 2023
July 26, 2023Saylor, SusanWCSO Charges Gray Man with Felony Sexual Exploitation of a MinorStine, ChrisJuly 26, 2023
July 26, 2023Saylor, SusanThird Person Charged in Drug House OperationWines RandallJuly 26, 2023
July 20, 2023Saylor, SusanWCSO Strike Team Gets Indictments on Two in Farm Burglary CaseSexton, KeithJuly 20, 2023
July 19, 2023Saylor, SusanWCSO investigation leads to charges of conspiracy for five, including one former employeeSexton, KeithJuly 19, 2023
July 19, 2023Saylor, SusanWCSO Arrests Jonesborough Man on Drug, Federal ChargesStine, ChrisJuly 19, 2023
July 13, 2023Saylor, SusanSocial Media Post Helps Identify Kingsport Man Charged with Forgery; Turns Himself In to WCSO Collins, DarrellJuly 13, 2023
July 13, 2023Saylor, SusanOngoing Investigation Leads to Multiple Drug, Firearms Charges for Jonesborough ManSexton,KeithJuly 13, 2023
July 13, 2023Saylor, SusanWCSO Investigation Leads to Multiple Drug Charges for Johnson City WomanSexton, KeithJuly 13, 2023
July 12, 2023Saylor, SusanWCSO Requests Help Identifying Man Who Cashed a Fraudulent CheckStine, ChrisJuly 12, 2023
July 12, 2023Berry, WilliamWCSO charges man with two counts Aggravated Assault, Aggravated BurglaryWines RandallJuly 12, 2023
July 10, 2023Saylor, SusanMeet Balu: WCSO Has First Kinetic Detection Dog in TennesseeSexton, KeithJuly 10, 2023
July 03, 2023Saylor, SusanWCSO Charges Jonesborough Pair with Multiple Drug ChargesWines RandallJuly 03, 2023
July 01, 2023Sigmon, TroyWCSO Charges Jonesborough Man with Two Counts Aggravated Assault, Evading Arrest After StandoffWines RandallJuly 03, 2023
June 26, 2023Saylor, SusanTelford Man Arrested After Assaulting Victim with Metal PipeStine, ChrisJune 26, 2023
June 22, 2023Saylor, SusanInmate Dies After Incident in Washington County Detention CenterSexton, KeithJune 22, 2023
June 21, 2023Saylor, SusanMulti-County Chase Leads to Multiple Charges for Fall Branch ManWines RandallJune 21, 2023
June 19, 2023Saylor, SusanWCSO Charges Kingsport Man with Aggravated Assault Wines RandallJune 19, 2023
June 15, 2023Saylor, SusanWCDC Inmate Charged with Attempted Second Degree MurderStine, ChrisJune 15, 2023
June 15, 2023Saylor, SusanWCSO Accreditation with CALEA June 19-21Sexton, KeithJune 15, 2023
June 14, 2023Saylor, SusanWCSO Charges Gray Man with Two Counts Aggravated Assault-DomesticWines RandallJune 15, 2023
June 14, 2023Saylor, SusanWCDC Receives Tier 1 Certification from TCI Board of ControlSexton, KeithJune 14, 2023
June 12, 2023Saylor, SusanWCSO Charges Johnson City Father with Aggravated Child Abuse/NeglectStine, ChrisJune 12, 2023
June 06, 2023Saylor, SusanWCSO to Host Meet and Greet in JonesboroughJudy, ShawnJune 06, 2023
June 05, 2023Saylor, SusanWCSO Arrests Jonesborough Man for Methamphetamine, Felony Firearm PossessionWines RandallJune 05, 2023
June 05, 2023Mckinney, WesWCSO Charges Limestone Man with DUI, Child EndangermentWines RandallJune 05, 2023
June 05, 2023Mckinney, WesMorristown Man Charged with two counts of Evading Arrest, DUI in Multi-County ChaseWines RandallJune 05, 2023
June 04, 2023Mckinney, WesTelford Woman Charged with Felony Evading ArrestWines RandallJune 05, 2023
May 30, 2023Saylor, SusanJohnson City Woman Picks Up Introduction of Contraband Charge at WCDCWines RandallJune 01, 2023
May 30, 2023Saylor, SusanWCSO Arrests Johnson City Man for Aggravated Assault with an AxWines RandallJune 01, 2023
May 24, 2023Saylor, SusanWCSO Arrests Woman for Aggravated AssaultJudy, ShawnMay 24, 2023
May 22, 2023Martin, JimmyTraffic stop leads to the arrest of female fugitive from FloridaStine, ChrisMay 22, 2023
May 09, 2023Saylor, SusanMay 13 Car Show Features Food Trucks, Live Music, Craft Vendors for a Great CauseJudy, ShawnMay 09, 2023
May 09, 2023Saylor, SusanJoint Investigation Leads to First Degree Murder, Aggravated Abuse, Aggravated Neglect IndictmentsSexton, KeithMay 09, 2023
May 08, 2023Saylor, SusanTeen Defends Self with Text Book in Home Invasion; Pair Charged with Aggravated BurglaryWines, RandallMay 08, 2023
May 05, 2023Saylor, SusanWCSO arrests Jonesborough Man for Aggravated Assault on an Officer, Reckless Endangerment x3Walters, VinceMay 05, 2023
May 04, 2023Saylor, SusanInvestigation leads to introduction, conspiracy charges for 10 female inmates, one Elizabethton womaStine, ChrisMay 04, 2023
May 02, 2023Saylor, SusanNarcotics Investigation Leads to Arrest of Gray Man; multiple drug, firearms chargesStine, ChrisMay 02, 2023
April 25, 2023Saylor, SusanFitzgerald First TBI Task Force Agent from WCSOSexton, KeithApril 25, 2023
April 25, 2023Arnette, ClintSee Something, Say Something: Send Crime Tips to WCSO via Tip411, Text, WebSexton, KeithApril 27, 2023
April 24, 2023Saylor, SusanWCSO Deputies Apprehend Man Attempting to Enter Justice Center with Meth in His PocketWines RandallApril 24, 2023
April 19, 2023Saylor, SusanMulti-Agency Effort Results in Arrest of Man Wanted for Aggravated Assault on a Law Enforcement OffStine, ChrisApril 19, 2023
April 19, 2023Saylor, SusanWCSO Arrests Jonesborough Man For Reckless Endangerment, Weapons ChargesStine, ChrisApril 19, 2023
April 19, 2023Saylor, SusanJonesborough Man Apprehended After Standoff on Highway 11-EStine, ChrisApril 19, 2023
April 18, 2023Saylor, SusanWCSO to host National Drug Take Back Day event April 22Sexton, KeithApril 18, 2023
April 16, 2023Mckinney, WesCouple Pick Up Burglary, Weapons Charges Over the WeekendSaylor, SusanApril 17, 2023
April 13, 2023Saylor, SusanWCSO investigating a rash of vehicle break-ins, reminds residents to lock vehicles, secure valuablesSexton, KeithApril 13, 2023
April 10, 2023Saylor, SusanWCSO Offers Sign On Bonus, Schedules Hiring Event for April 15Sexton, KeithApril 10, 2023
April 10, 2023Berry. WilliamErwin Man Facing Felony Charges for Home InvasionWines RandallApril 10, 2023
April 09, 2023Heller, SamDriving Under the Influence Crash Leads to Weapon ViolationWines RandallApril 10, 2023
April 06, 2023Saylor, SusanJohnson City Pair Arrested on Multiple Drug ChargesWines RandallApril 06, 2023
April 06, 2023Saylor, SusanTrio Faces Multiple Drug Charges After Traffic StopWines RandallApril 06, 2023
April 05, 2023Saylor, SusanJonesborough Woman Charged with Introduction of Contraband into a Penal FacilityJenkins, BrettApril 05, 2023
March 30, 2023Saylor, SusanGray woman faces multiple felony drug charges after traffic stopWines RandallMarch 30, 2023
March 27, 2023Saylor, SusanJohnson City Man Charged With Introduction of Contraband Into a Penal FacilitySexton, KeithMarch 27, 2023
March 27, 2023Saylor, SusanBean Station Nurse Arrested Outside Detention CenterSexton, KeithMarch 27, 2023
March 23, 2023Mckinney, WesBrief Vehicle Pursuit Results in Felony Charges for Gray ManSaylor, SusanMarch 23, 2023
March 14, 2023Saylor, SusanWCSO Arrests Kingsport Man for Two Counts Aggravated Child Abuse, Vandalism, Leaving SceneWines RandallMarch 14, 2023
March 10, 2023Saylor, SusanWCSO apprehends pair during late night burglaryWines RandallMarch 10, 2023
March 07, 2023Saylor, SusanChuckey man arrest for aggravated domestic assault, two counts aggravated assaultWines RandallMarch 07, 2023
March 06, 2023Saylor, SusanWCSO Searching for Greeneville ManStine, ChrisMarch 06, 2023
March 01, 2023Mckinney, WesInvestigation by Washington County Deputies Results in Multiple Felony ChargesSaylor, SusanMarch 01, 2023
February 23, 2023Saylor, SusanElizabethton Woman Charged with Introduction of Contraband into a Penal FacilityJudy, ShawnFebruary 23, 2023
February 23, 2023Mckinney, WesJonesborough Man Charged with Aggravated Domestic AssaultWines RandallFebruary 23, 2023
February 15, 2023Saylor, SusanMan Charged with Aggravated Burglary, Burglary of Motor VehicleWines RandallFebruary 15, 2023
February 15, 2023Saylor, SusanMaryland Man Charged with Aggravated AssaultWines RandallFebruary 15, 2023
February 10, 2023Saylor, SusanBowmantown Man Charged with Two Counts of Aggravated AssaultWines RandallFebruary 15, 2023
February 07, 2023Saylor, SusanWCSO looking for man wanted for passing counterfeit currencyStine, ChrisFebruary 07, 2023
February 05, 2023Foister, JohnTelford Man Arrested, Charged with Theft of a Motor Vehicle, Burglary Saylor, SusanFebruary 05, 2023
February 01, 2023Saylor, SusanJonesborough man charged with aggravated domestic assault, violation of probationWines RandallFebruary 01, 2023
January 24, 2023Saylor, SusanWCSO Awarded Three-Year, $1 Million Grant for Recovery ProgramSexton, KeithJanuary 24, 2023
January 23, 2023Saylor, SusanWCSO Investigating Shooting on Furnace RoadSaylor, SusanJanuary 23, 2023
January 12, 2023Walters, VinceMan arrested for Violating the Sex Offender Registry requirementsSaylor, SusanJanuary 12, 2023
January 04, 2023saylor, susanWCSO arrests woman on drug charges, tampering with evidence, introduction of contraband wines, randallJanuary 05, 2023
January 04, 2023Saylor, SusanWCSO Arrests Fall Branch Man, Multiple Drug ChargesStine, ChrisJanuary 04, 2023
January 04, 2023Walters, VinceWCSO asking for public's help in identifying burglary suspectSaylor, SusanJanuary 04, 2023
January 03, 2023Saylor, SusanWoman Charged with Introduction of Contraband into a Penal FacilityJenkins, BrettJanuary 03, 2023
December 27, 2022Rhodes, WilliamWCSO TRAFFIC STOP LEADS TO DRUG ARRESTWines RandallDecember 27, 2022
December 22, 2022Saylor, SusanWCSO arrests two in fentanyl, heroin operationSexton, KeithDecember 22, 2022
December 21, 2022Saylor, SusanWCSO charges Johnson City Woman with Schedule VI Drug Violations, Unlawful Drug ParaphernaliaWines RandallDecember 21, 2022
December 20, 2022Saylor, SusanMulti-Agency investigation leads to Aggravated Sexual Exploitation of a Minor chargesJudy, ShawnDecember 20, 2022
December 20, 2022Saylor, SusanInmate adds three counts of Aggravated Assault Against First Responders after Jail ScuffleSexton, KeithDecember 20, 2022
December 06, 2022Saylor, SusanGray Man Charged with Four Counts of Aggravated AssaultSaylor, SusanDecember 06, 2022
December 05, 2022Saylor, SusanGray Woman Arrested on Multiple Felony Drug, Weapon ChargesSexton, KeithDecember 05, 2022
December 05, 2022Saylor, SusanJohnson City Man Charged with Aggravated Domestic AssaultDebbie DunnDecember 05, 2022
December 03, 2022Sexton, KeithWCSO Investigating Aggravated Assault on an OfficerSexton, KeithDecember 03, 2022
December 02, 2022Walters, VinceJonesborough man charged for Burglary of his neighbor's homeSaylor, SusanDecember 05, 2022
December 02, 2022wright, stacieRogersville man charged with Introduction of Contraband into a Penal Facility, Failure to AppearJudy, ShawnDecember 02, 2022
December 02, 2022wendy wigandGray man faces additional charges after being in possession of stolen propertyJudy, ShawnDecember 02, 2022
December 02, 2022Saylor, SusanMan Charged with Introduction of Contraband Into a Penal FacilitySaylor, SusanDecember 02, 2022
December 01, 2022Walters, VinceJonesborough man faces numerous additional felony charges after investigationSaylor, SusanDecember 02, 2022
December 01, 2022Saylor, SusanScammers Posing as WCSO DeputiesSexton, KeithDecember 01, 2022
December 01, 2022Saylor, SusanLimestone man arrested on felony drug chargesStine, ChrisDecember 01, 2022
November 30, 2022Saylor, SusanFugitive from Wisconsin apprehended during traffic stopSexton, KeithNovember 30, 2022
November 24, 2022Foister, JohnSuspect arrested after setting fire to dwelling in TelfordSaylor, SusanNovember 24, 2022
November 24, 2022Foister, JohnMan arrested after standoff in TelfordSaylor, SusanNovember 24, 2022
November 23, 2022Martin, JimmyWCSO Traffic Stop Leads To Drug ArrestSaylor, SusanNovember 23, 2022
November 23, 2022Walters, VinceGray man faces Identity Theft chargesSaylor, SusanNovember 23, 2022
November 16, 2022Saylor, SusanWCSO Investigating DBHS Football IncidentsSexton, KeithNovember 16, 2022
November 14, 2022Saylor, SusanSheriff Sexton Promotes Three to SergeantSexton, KeithNovember 14, 2022
November 14, 2022Saylor, SusanJuvenile injured in a Monday morning hunting accidentSexton, KeithNovember 14, 2022
November 09, 2022Saylor, SusanLt. Mike Foster named to U.S. Marshals Task ForceSaylor, SusanNovember 09, 2022
November 06, 2022Dunn, DebbieWashington County man charged in Death InvestigationSaylor, SusanNovember 07, 2022
November 02, 2022Walters, VinceJonesborough man faces Motor Vehicle Theft chargesDunn, DebbieNovember 02, 2022
October 30, 2022Baines, ShineCarter County Pursuit Ends in Washington CountyWines, RandallOctober 31, 2022
October 25, 2022Mckinney, WesJonesborough Man Charged After Shooting Into ResidenceDunn, DebbieOctober 25, 2022
October 24, 2022Saylor, SusanNo suspicious circumstances in Musket Bowl skydiving tragedyDebbie DunnOctober 25, 2022
October 23, 2022Mckinney, WesWashington County TN Inmate Charged with Attempted MurderJudy, ShawnOctober 24, 2022
October 20, 2022Saylor, SusanBenefits of Inmate Work Crews Extends Beyond Dollar FigureWines, RandallOctober 20, 2022
October 18, 2022Gardner, mikeJonesborough man receives several charges. Judy, ShawnOctober 18, 2022
October 17, 2022Saylor, SusanJohnson City Woman Charged with Introduction of Contraband into a Penal InstitutionWines RandallOctober 20, 2022
October 14, 2022Walters, VinceWoman charged with fraud after cashing checksWines RandallOctober 14, 2022
October 13, 2022Mckinney, WesGreeneville Man Charged With Theft From Fall Branch Job SiteWines RandallOctober 13, 2022
October 11, 2022Saylor, SusanWCSO, Insight Alliance to host National Drug Take Back Day event Oct. 29Wines RandallOctober 12, 2022
September 30, 2022Judy, ShawnHampton Man Facing Felony Drug ChargesArnette, ClintSeptember 30, 2022
September 26, 2022Saylor, SusanElizabethton woman charged with Introduction of Contraband into a Penal InstitutionWines RandallSeptember 27, 2022
September 19, 2022Saylor, SusanWCSO to host Child Safety Seat Check-Ups Sept. 23Wines RandallSeptember 27, 2022
September 17, 2022Webb, Michael Gray Man Charged with Aggravated Domestic, Sch I, II, VI DrugsWines RandallSeptember 19, 2022
September 16, 2022Walters, VinceJonesborough man arrested after attacking tree service employeeWines RandallSeptember 16, 2022
September 11, 2022Dixon, CoitLimestone Man Facing Multiple Aggravated Assault ChargesWines RandallSeptember 12, 2022
September 06, 2022Mckinney, WesJonesborough Woman Arrested After Child Found Playing Next to Road Unattended Judy, ShawnSeptember 06, 2022
September 01, 2022Saylor, SusanChuckey man arrest for aggravated domestic assaultWines RandallSeptember 01, 2022
September 01, 2022Saylor, SusanRose joins WCSO as Chief Deputy of OperationsWines RandallSeptember 12, 2022
August 29, 2022Tranbarger, DavidGray man shoots his way into sisters residenceWines RandallAugust 30, 2022
August 22, 2022Mckinney, WesSheriff's Office Seeking Information on Wanted Jonesborough ManDebbie DunnAugust 22, 2022
August 09, 2022Wagner, WilliamJonesborough man charged with Aggravated Assault X2Judy, ShawnAugust 09, 2022
August 03, 2022Saylor, SusanAfton Man Charged with Possession of Prohibited Weapons, Observation Without Consent Judy, ShawnAugust 09, 2022
August 02, 2022Saylor, SusanTDOC reimburses WCSO for past inmate medical billsWines RandallAugust 02, 2022
July 30, 2022Brotherton, EthanJohnson City Man and Woman Arrested After an Assault on a DeputyWines, RandallJuly 31, 2022
July 28, 2022Harless, KennethJohnson City man charged with felony possession of methamphetamineWines RandallJuly 28, 2022
July 27, 2022Foister, JohnJohnson City woman charged with felony assault after pointing gun in officers direction.Judy, ShawnJuly 27, 2022
July 26, 2022Saylor, SusanInmate charged with false reportingJudy, ShawnJuly 26, 2022
July 26, 2022Mckinney, WesWCSO Arrests Elizabethton Man After Child Sex Abuse InvestigationJudy, ShawnJuly 26, 2022
July 26, 2022Mckinney, WesInmate Charged After Cellular Phone located in JailDunn, DebbieJuly 26, 2022
July 25, 2022Saylor, SusanThree indicted for bringing drugs into detention centerWines RandallJuly 25, 2022
July 19, 2022Hart, ArtavanJonesborough man charged with 17 counts of Violation of an Order of Protection, No Contact Order or Wines RandallJuly 20, 2022
July 13, 2022Saylor, SusanWCSO WARNS OF SCAM REFERENCING AMAZONWines RandallJuly 13, 2022
July 13, 2022Moore, TimothyWashington County woman crashes after short pursuitWines RandallJuly 13, 2022
July 11, 2022Stout,MatthewAfton man Charged with burglaryJudy, ShawnJuly 11, 2022
July 07, 2022Saylor, SusanSaylor joins WCSO as Public Information Officer Judy, ShawnJuly 11, 2022
July 05, 2022Saylor, SusanCounty, Ballad reach agreement on past due invoicesWines RandallJuly 05, 2022
July 01, 2022Walters, VinceUnicoi businessman continues to face felony chargesWines RandallJuly 05, 2022
June 29, 2022Walters, VinceUnicoi Business owner to face felony charges after WCSO InvestigationJudy, ShawnJune 30, 2022
June 27, 2022leonard,keeleyElizabethton man arrested for BurglaryJudy, ShawnJune 27, 2022
June 22, 2022Mckinney, WesWCSO Seeking Information on Missing JuvenileWines RandallJune 23, 2022
June 12, 2022Hawkins, MatthewGreene County Woman Charged with D.U.I. and Evading/Resisting ArrestWines RandallJune 20, 2022
June 09, 2022Mckinney, WesSecond Person Charged in April BurglaryWines RandallJune 20, 2022
June 08, 2022Sexton, KeithClarification to Budget Discussion Regarding Sheriffs Office RequestsSexton, KeithJune 08, 2022
June 06, 2022Miller, JeffLimestone Pair Charged After Burglary InvestigationJudy, ShawnJune 06, 2022
May 31, 2022Walters, VinceSuspicious activity leads to drug chargesJudy, ShawnMay 31, 2022
May 26, 2022Walters,VinceNorth Carolina man now facing Rape of Child chargeJudy, ShawnMay 27, 2022
May 19, 2022Edens, AdamSuspicious Person at Washington County Detention Center Leads to Felony Firearm ArrestWines RandallMay 20, 2022
May 18, 2022Mckinney, WesInmate Charged After Attempting to Obtain Narcotics in JailJudy, ShawnMay 18, 2022
May 17, 2022Gardner, MikeAfton man Charged with burglaryJudy, ShawnMay 17, 2022
May 17, 2022Mckinney, WesJonesborough Man Receives Additional Charges After Child Neglect Investigation. Judy, ShawnMay 17, 2022
May 15, 2022Wright, StacieSunday Morning Domestic Ends in Foot PursuitWines RandallMay 16, 2022
May 13, 2022Kantsos, SethJonesborough Man Charged Following Fiery CrashJudy, ShawnMay 13, 2022
May 13, 2022Kantsos, Seth Drug charges placed after vehicle Crash In TelfordArnette, ClintMay 13, 2022
May 12, 2022Walters, VincentJonesborough Man Arrested After Burglary InvestigationJudy, ShawnMay 12, 2022
May 10, 2022Mckinney, WesWashington County TN. Sex Offender Arrested for Residing with ChildrenJudy, ShawnMay 10, 2022
May 09, 2022Mckinney, WesFurloughed inmate charged with introductionJudy, ShawnMay 09, 2022
May 09, 2022Stout, MatthewGreeneville Man Arrested on Felony Drug ChargesJudy, ShawnMay 09, 2022
May 09, 2022Edens AdamDisturbance Leads to Felony Drug Charge and Resisting ArrestJudy, ShawnMay 09, 2022
May 08, 2022Malone DerrickEarly Morning Traffic Stop Leads to Felony Drug and Firearm ArrestJudy, ShawnMay 09, 2022
May 04, 2022Foister, JohnJonesborough Man Charged With Aggravated AssaultWines, RandallMay 04, 2022
May 02, 2022Gardner, MichaelSearch for missing person continuesJudy, ShawnMay 02, 2022
May 01, 2022Foister, JohnNorth Carolina Man Killed Following Motorcycle CrashWines, RandallMay 01, 2022
April 29, 2022Fitzgerald, PennyWCSO to participate in National Drug Take Back DaySexton, KeithApril 29, 2022
April 29, 2022Hawkins, MatthewLate Night Burglary Results in Felony ChargesJudy, ShawnApril 29, 2022
April 28, 2022Mckinney, WesSecond Juvenile Charged After April 13th Incident at Daniel Boone High SchoolJudy, ShawnApril 28, 2022
April 27, 2022Mckinney, WesTwo Charged After Attempting To Introduce Drugs Into Detention CenterJudy, ShawnApril 27, 2022
April 22, 2022Ford, AndrewArrestee faces additional Introduction ChargesJudy, ShawnApril 22, 2022
April 21, 2022Arnette, ClintMaterials available from WCSO to educate teens about the dangers of drug useSexton, KeithApril 21, 2022
April 21, 2022Brotherton EthanJonesborough Man Charged with Possession of Stolen Motor VehicleWines, RandallApril 21, 2022
April 19, 2022Mckinney, WesWashington County TN Mother Charged After Children Exposed to MethamphetamineJudy, ShawnApril 19, 2022
April 17, 2022Hawkins, MatthewDomestic Assault Results in Arrest on Multiple Felonies after Vehicle and Foot Pursuits Wines RandallApril 18, 2022
April 13, 2022Mckinney, WesJuvenile Charged After Gun Found At Washington County School Judy, ShawnApril 13, 2022
April 07, 2022Walters, VinceJonesborough man arrested in possession of stolen truck from Greeneville, TNJudy, ShawnApril 08, 2022
April 07, 2022Harless, KennethChuckey man arrested after vehicle theftWines, RandallApril 07, 2022
April 04, 2022Mckinney, WesWCSO: Erwin Man Charged with Rape and Domestic Assault After InvestigationJudy, ShawnApril 04, 2022
March 31, 2022Judy, Shawn** SCAM WARNING **Judy, ShawnMarch 31, 2022
March 31, 2022Fielden, ScottJoggin for the Noggin 5KWines, RandallMarch 31, 2022
March 31, 2022Hart A.J.Disturbance leads to gray man's arrestWines, RandallMarch 31, 2022
March 30, 2022Walters, VinceJonesborough Burglary suspect leaves his Identification at Crime Scene Judy, ShawnMarch 30, 2022
March 30, 2022Mckinney, WesWashington County Inmate Charged After Contacting VictimJudy, ShawnMarch 30, 2022
March 30, 2022Wright, StacieBoones Creek man charged with Marijuana grow labJudy, ShawnMarch 30, 2022
March 24, 2022Wright, StacieStandoff leads to numerous chargesJudy, ShawnMarch 24, 2022
March 23, 2022Sexton, KeithWCSO Develops Partnership to Distribute Drug Lock BoxesSexton KeithMarch 25, 2022
March 23, 2022Miller, JeffJonesborough man charged with copper theftJudy, ShawnMarch 23, 2022
March 23, 2022Gardner, MichaelDrone arrest leads to four more arrestsJudy, ShawnMarch 23, 2022
March 20, 2022Light, JohnWatauga man arrested for flying a drone over the Detention CenterSexton, KeithMarch 20, 2022
March 20, 2022Light, JohnStolen utility trailers from Washington County found in Greene CountyWines, RandallMarch 20, 2022
March 20, 2022Light, JohnEarly morning pursuit ends in Washington CountyWines, RandallMarch 20, 2022
March 17, 2022Walters, VinceFive Years Since Fatal Conklin Road CrashSexton, KeithMarch 17, 2022
March 15, 2022Walters, VincentWashington County Inmate Charged After Being Found in Possession of Drugs Adams,MikeMarch 16, 2022
March 15, 2022Sexton, KeithFormer administration failed to submit more than $2 million in inmate medical expenses for paymentSexton, KeithMarch 15, 2022
March 08, 2022Gardner, MichaelMore charges given to a Johnson City man currently in the Detention CenterJudy, ShawnMarch 08, 2022
March 05, 2022Walsh, JoshJonesborough man charged with Aggravated AssaultWines, RandallMarch 05, 2022
March 05, 2022Foister, JohnMan Arrested on Felony Assault ChargesWines, RandallMarch 05, 2022
March 05, 2022Williams, CodySuspicious Activity leads to Numerous ChargesWines, RandallMarch 05, 2022
March 04, 2022Rhodes, WillMultiple traffic violations leads to stolen vehicle and drugsAdams, MikeMarch 04, 2022
March 03, 2022Nave ShawnFall Branch man facing several chargesWines RandallMarch 03, 2022
March 01, 2022Rhodes, WilliamTraffic Stop in Limestone leads to arrestJudy, ShawnMarch 01, 2022
February 28, 2022Judy, ShawnBluff City woman gets additional drug charges .Judy, ShawnFebruary 28, 2022
February 28, 2022Judy, ShawnJohnson City man arrested on Burglary chargesJudy, ShawnFebruary 28, 2022
February 24, 2022Sexton, KeithSheriff requesting additional funding for cameras, recording system inside Detention CenterSexton, KeithFebruary 24, 2022
February 17, 2022Walters, VinceTelford Trio Charged with Aggravated Child Neglect After Drug InvestigationJudy, ShawnFebruary 17, 2022
February 17, 2022Mckinney, WesTelford Woman Arrested After Investigation by School Resource OfficerWines, RandallFebruary 17, 2022
February 17, 2022Arnette, ClintTwo new officers join WCSO K-9 forceSexton, KeithFebruary 17, 2022
February 15, 2022Brotherton, EthanInmate Faces Introduction ChargesWines, RandallFebruary 15, 2022
February 14, 2022Light, JohnUPDATE - Gray Man Arrested Following Stabbing IncidentWines, RandallFebruary 14, 2022
February 13, 2022Light, JohnWCSO Investigating Stabbing IncidentWines, RandallFebruary 13, 2022
February 10, 2022Walters, VinceJonesborough woman charged with Financial Abuse of the ElderlyJudy, ShawnFebruary 11, 2022
February 10, 2022Walters, VinceChuckey Woman arrested for Aggravated Child Abuse and Neglect Judy, ShawnFebruary 10, 2022
February 10, 2022Steadman, BradSouth central man arrested on burglary Judy, ShawnFebruary 10, 2022
February 08, 2022Gardner, MichaelTwo Charged with Mail Theft following Joint Investigation Wines, RandallFebruary 08, 2022
February 03, 2022Denton, ElizabethThree Arrested on Aggravated Burglary Judy, ShawnFebruary 03, 2022
February 02, 2022Miller, JeffJohnson City Man Charged with Auto BurglaryJudy, ShawnFebruary 02, 2022
January 31, 2022Malone, DerrickChucky Man Arrested following Attempted Burglary and Pursuit Judy, ShawnFebruary 01, 2022
January 27, 2022Arnette, ClintWCSO Searching for Truck Involved in Auto BurglaryWines, RandallJanuary 27, 2022
January 25, 2022Mckinney, WesUpdate - Missing Teenagers LocatedJudy, ShawnJanuary 25, 2022
January 25, 2022Mckinney, WesWCSO Searching for Missing TeenagersJudy, ShawnJanuary 25, 2022
January 20, 2022Gardner, MichaelJohnson City Woman Charged with Felony TheftJudy, ShawnJanuary 21, 2022
January 14, 2022Rhodes, WilliamTelford Man Arrested After Traffic StopJudy, ShawnJanuary 14, 2022
January 13, 2022Mckinney, WesTelford Man Charged with RapeJudy, ShawnJanuary 13, 2020
January 6, 2022Walters, VinceStolen Vehicle Leads to Arrest in South CentralJudy, ShawnJanuary 6, 2022
January 6, 2022Walters, VinceHuman Remains Found in 2020 IdentifiedJudy, ShawnJanuary 6, 2022
January 4, 2022Arnette, ClintLimestone woman charged with Aggravated BurglaryJudy, ShawnJanuary 4, 2022
January 3, 2022Walters, VinceUnattended death investigation in JonesboroughSexton, KeithJanuary 3, 2022

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