Putnam Sheriff Pursues Leads After Remains Discovered
The Putnam County Sheriff’s Office is pursuing strong leads to identify human remains discovered by hikers in rough terrain between Highway 70 and Interstate 40. Putnam County Sheriff Eddie Farris said investigators are working with the medical examiners office as well as a dentist’s office in a county west of Putnam County to confirm the […]
Monterey Schools Go Into Lockdown After Shots-Fired Incident
Two Monterey Schools were placed on a soft lockdown on Wednesday as law enforcement investigated a shots-fired incident. The Putnam County Sheriff’s Office and Monterey Police Department responded to Arrowhead Drive after receiving a call reporting the incident. Putnam County Sheriff Eddie Farris said a property owner called, alleging that someone was attempting to rob […]
Man Arrested For Weapons Possession In School Zone
A Putnam County man arrested Thursday morning, charged with possession of multiple weapons and drugs outside Highland Rim Academy. According to the Putnam County Sheriff’s Office, Alex Dailey Thomas arrested after school officials reported that a suspicious male was in the school’s parking lot. Sheriff Eddie Farris said the school went into a “Soft Lockdown” […]
Sheriff’s Team Mourning Lieutenant’s Unexpected Passing
Putnam County Sheriff Eddie Farris remembering the life and service of Lieutenant Randy Brown, honoring his dedication and lasting impact on the department. Brown passed away unexpectedly Wednesday during a major medical procedure. Brown served Putnam County for 30 years. “Not only a really good deputy for Putnam County, but he was a good person […]
Putnam Increasing Drunk Driving Patrols For New Year’s
The Putnam County Sheriff’s Office is increasing patrols on New Year’s Eve to monitor for people who are drinking and driving. Putnam County Sheriff Eddie Farris said he and his deputies have had meetings about patrols leading up to New Year’s Eve. Farris said his office is increasing patrols in typical areas that tend to […]
One Fatality After Structure Fire Off Dyer Ridge Road
Local authorities have reported one fatality after a single-wide trailer caught fire off of Dyer Ridge Road in Putnam County. Authorities first responded to the fire early Monday morning. Upon arrival, responders discovered the trailer had already collapsed. While searching through the debris, human remains were discovered. The remains were unidentifiable and were sent to […]
Friday Night, Halloween Combo, Law Enforcement Preparing
The Putnam County Sheriff’s Office preparing for a busy Friday night, but officials hope a safe one with the combination of trick-or-treating, Halloween parties and possible pranks. Sheriff Eddie Farris said he will have a full team patrolling neighborhoods and busy streets. Farris said his main concern is maintaining street visibility and preventing accidents. “We […]
Putnam Gang Member Arrested, Facing Drug Charges
A Putnam County man has been arrested, facing multiple drug charges and multiple charges of unlawful possession of a weapon. Kevin Otey was arrested after the Putnam County Sheriff’s Office conducted a search warrant of Otey’s residence located at 781 Cardinal Street in Cookeville. According to Investigators, Otey is a confirmed member of the “Traveling […]
Local Authorities Locate Missing White Plains Student
A White Plains Academy student who had gone missing Wednesday has been found by local authorities. Putnam County Sheriff Eddie Farris said his office responded to a call after a student ran away from school after an altercation with another student. A heavy presence of law enforcement searched the surrounding area looking for the missing […]
Putnam Man Fatally Shot After Argument
A Putnam County man was fatally shot Wednesday night on McClain Road after an argument over the whereabouts of a firearm. Nicholas Rittenberry was found with a gunshot wound to the stomach after the Putnam County Sheriff’s Office responded to the reported shooting. According to Investigators, resident Jordan Carper, allegedly shot Rittenberry once the argument […]
