Tik Tok ‘Door Kick’ Challenge Shows Up In Overton County
The latest in a social media-fueled “door kick” challenge where young adults attempt to bust into neighborhood homes has made its way to Overton County. Sheriff John Garrett said the trend involves individuals, typically teenagers, recording themselves kicking on residential doors in the middle of the night to capture the homeowner’s reaction for social media. […]
Bids In For Security Upgrades At Overton Justice Areas
Bid numbers are in as Overton County Sheriffs officials try to upgrade security at its facilities. Sheriff John Garrett said the program will remodel the public space at the Justice Center, specifically in the Clerk’s Office. Garrett said the bullet-resistant glass would be safer than regular glass. “With the world that we’re living in now, […]
Overton Sheriff Encourages Parents To Preach Caution For Halloween
Overton County Sheriff John Garrett said parents need to help their kids stay safe this Halloween Tuesday. Garrett said he suggests that people go trick-or-treating before it gets dark. If you go out later, wear reflective clothing. Drivers need to keep a close eye for kids running and not paying attention. As for parents checking […]
Overton County Sheriff Prepared to Fight Against Drunk Driving Labor Day Weekend
Overton County Sheriffs Department is prepared for the fight against drunk driving over the Labor Day Weekend. The long weekend often sees an increase of intoxicated drivers on the road. County Sheriff John Garrett said he will be casting a wider net with more officers on the roads to help combat drunk drivers over the […]
Missing Jackson County Woman Located By Responders
A Jackson County woman reported missing on Sunday has been located. Overton County Sheriff John Garrett said a Jackson County man reported that he and the woman were walking down Roaring River after parking near the Hardy-Reagan Bridge. “At some point, it started to get dark, they became separated and that was on Saturday so […]
Overton K-9 Unit Approaching One Month Since Missing
After four-weeks of searching and pursuing leads, Overton County K-9 Unit Bella has yet to be found. The dog escaped from her handler’s property last month. Sheriff John Garrett said the department has extensively searched the area by foot, drone and with infrared cameras. “A multitude of sightings that have been reported we have followed […]
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 Office Donates Gear To Police Department Impacted By Tornado
The Overton County Sheriff’s Office has donated several light bars to a police department impacted in the tornado outbreak of December last year. Sheriff John Garrett said the gear will be going to the Dresden Police Department located in Weakley County. “Their equipment was just completely destroyed, and we happened to have a surplus of […]
Overton Sheriff: Motorists Have Time To Pick Up Stranded Vehicles
If you had to leave your vehicle on the side of the road due to weather, make sure the you are not creating a traffic hazard. Overton County Sheriff John Garrett said during inclement weather, his office will not tow vehicles as long it is in a safe spot. “If weather conditions are bad and […]
Overton Sheriff: Avoid Posting On Social Media To Protect Home While Away
Overton Sheriff John Garrett said that a little common sense goes a long way when it comes to protecting yourself against burglary. Garrett said that the best practice to prevent theft of Christmas presents in your home is to avoid posting on social media. “A lot of people just put way too much stuff on […]
