Overton Sheriff Toy Drive Gives Children Holiday Gifts
The Overton County Sheriff’s Department kicking off its annual toy drive, collecting and delivering holiday gifts to families in need. Chief Deputy Tim Poore said the department notices many children through the year who will not receive gifts during the holiday season. Poore said caring for local families and creating a positive impression of law […]
Sheriff: Operation Hands Free Month Good Reminder
Overton County Sheriff John Garrett said a month-long initiative statewide serves as a great reminder about the dangers of cell phones in vehicle. Operation Hands Free is a partnership between state and local law enforcement to spread awareness and crack down on distracted driving during National Distracted Driving Awareness Month. Garrett said his department answers […]
Overton SROs Get Total Remote Camera Access
Overton County Schools have granted all SROs remote access to cameras throughout the school district.
Overton Commissioners Hear Budget Proposal
Overton County Commissioners got a look Monday night at County Executive Steven Barlow’s proposed budget which includes a 70-cent property tax increase. County Commissioners will meet Tuesday night to begin their deliberations. The proposed budget sets property taxes at some $2.67. Barlow said keeping up with soaring prices is challenging when taxes have not been […]
This Week: Overton Commissioners Consider Lawsuit Settlement
This week the Overton County Commission will consider a settlement counter offer for a lawsuit against the county. The Hargis Vs. Overton County lawsuit came after a man passed away in the custody of the Overton County Sheriff’s Department and the cause of death was determined to be asphyxiation. The commission will also consider a […]
Overton Commission Approves Plan On How To Proceed In Lawsuit
The Overton County Commission has approved a plan on how they will proceed in a lawsuit filed against the county. The lawsuit stems from the 2021 death of Jonathan Mark Hargis, who passed away while in the custody of the Overton County Sheriffs Department. An autopsy determined the cause of death was asphyxiation. The suit […]
Two Overton County Residents Indicted On Child Sex Offenses
Two Overton County residents are facing multiple charges for sex offenses against children. District Attorney Bryant Dunaway said McKenzie Staggs is being charged with aggravated rape of a child less than eight years old, sexual exploitation of a minor and multiple charges of aggravated sexual battery of a child less than 13 years old. Dakota […]
Overton Sheriff’s K-9 Remains Missing, Reward Being Offered
Overton County Sheriff’s Department continuing searches for a K-9 unit that went missing over a week ago. The department is now offering a $5,000 cash reward for the safe return or information on K-9 Bella. Sheriff John Garrett said the narcotics dog broke loss from its owners property near Bilbrey Road in Livingston. K-9 Bella […]
Overton Sheriff’s Department Searching For Missing K-9 Unit
The Overton County Sheriff’s Department searching for one of its K-9 units that has ran away. Sheriff John Garrett said K-9 Bella escaped from her handlers property Tuesday night while off shift. “She had done some damage to the pin which has been provided for her to stay in, and we had to resort back […]
Overton Sheriff’s Department Seeking Grant For New Body Cameras
The Overton County Sheriff’s Department will apply for grant funding to purchase new body cameras. Sheriff John Garrett said if awarded, the new gear will replace aging equipment. “When those officers are out on patrol or they’re answering calls for service, those body cameras really tell the tale of what actual takes place, which protects […]
