Key Points: Cocke County, TN – On January 26, 2025, deputies from the Cocke County Sheriff’s Office conducted an arrest resulting in drug charges for two individuals. According to a press release from the Cocke County Sheriff’s Office, the arrest occurred in the early morning hours. Ashley Caldwell, 37, was taken into custody and
Former Sevier County Utility District President Indicted on Corruption Charges
KEY POINTS: Sevier County, TN – A former president of the Sevier County Utility District (SCUD) has been indicted on charges of official misconduct and bribery of a public servant following an investigation by the Tennessee Comptroller of the Treasury. Matthew Ballard, who served as SCUD president for over 20 years, was placed on leave […]
Terry Templin Arrested on Drug Offenses
Terry Templin age 64 was arrested for several drug offenses following a traffic stop. The following list of drugs were seized following his arrest. His bond was set at $100,000.00. “All suspects are considered innocent until proven guilty”. 1 suspected Oxycodone 325mg 30 suspected suboxone pills 11 suspected Fentanyl pressed pills. 27 suspected Oxy
Cocke County Sheriff’s Office Dismantles Drug Operation in Newport
Key Points: The Cocke County Sheriff’s Office conducted a significant drug operation in Newport, resulting in the arrest of a local man and the seizure of a large quantity of drugs, cash, and firearms. Sheriff C.J. Ball reported that the operation was the culmination of an investigation into the sale and delivery of methamphetamine in [&helli
Operation Shutdown: 11 Arrested in Jefferson County Drug Bust
Key Points: The Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office announced the culmination of a six-month undercover investigation into drug trafficking within the county. Sheriff Jeff Coffey stated that the operation, carried out by the Narcotics Division and the Special Operations Response Team, resulted in the indictment of 17 individuals on charges rela