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Three sentenced to federal prison for methamphetamine conspiracy in Henry and Carroll counties
April 3, 2026
Three individuals have been sentenced for their roles in a methamphetamine distribution conspiracy across two Tennessee counties. The investigation involved multiple law enforcement agencies using various methods such as surveillance and search warrants. Sentences range from six to fourteen years without parole.
Read more →West Tennessee man sentenced to 20 years for methamphetamine possession and distribution
April 3, 2026
Jonathan Ray Forrest received a twenty-year federal prison sentence after pleading guilty to possessing over fifty grams of methamphetamine with intent to distribute. Law enforcement found multiple drugs at his Kenton home while he was on probation for earlier offenses.
Read more →Memphis woman indicted for preparing false tax returns and witness tampering
April 3, 2026
A Memphis woman has been indicted on charges related to preparing fraudulent tax returns and alleged witness tampering over several years. Authorities say Selma Brinson operated her business despite being barred from IRS e-filing programs.
Read more →West Tennessee man sentenced to 70 years for child pornography offenses
April 3, 2026
Cody Ray Brewer has been sentenced to 70 years in federal prison after pleading guilty to multiple child pornography charges involving a minor victim from Hardeman County. The case was investigated by several law enforcement agencies and prosecuted by Assistant U.S. Attorney Josh Morrow.
Read more →Nine men, including musical artists, charged with kidnapping at Dallas music studio
April 2, 2026
Federal authorities have charged nine men—including notable musical artists—with kidnapping and robbery at a Dallas music studio following an alleged armed takeover during what was supposed to be a business meeting. Law enforcement agencies from multiple states collaborated on arrests related to this case.
Read more →Jackson man sentenced to 30 years in prison for child exploitation offenses
March 26, 2026
Peter Anthony Pappas from Jackson has been sentenced to 30 years in federal prison after pleading guilty to attempted production of child pornography involving multiple minors. Authorities say he manipulated victims online between January and March 2024.
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Mississippi man sentenced to nine years for armed carjacking in Tennessee
March 20, 2026
A Mississippi man has been sentenced to nine years in prison for an armed carjacking in Tennessee. Authorities say this case is part of broader efforts targeting violent crime in Memphis and nearby areas.
Read more →Memphis man sentenced to over 10 years in federal prison for armed carjacking
March 20, 2026
A Memphis man has been sentenced to more than ten years in federal prison following an armed carjacking incident from 2024. Authorities say Martavious Wilson injured the victim before fleeing police and being apprehended. The case reflects continued efforts against violent crime.
Read more →Memphis man sentenced to over 15 years for firearm possession as armed career criminal
March 19, 2026
A Memphis man received over 15 years in federal prison after being found guilty as an armed career criminal for possessing a firearm. Authorities say Derrick Richard had multiple prior violent felony convictions and will serve his sentence without parole.
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