Rutherford County Sheriff

Smartphones: The "Loaded Gun" in Your Child's Pocket, Warns Rutherford County Detective

Apr 17, 2026 at 01:12 am by WGNS News

  RUTHERFORD COUNTY, Tenn. (WGNS News) - April marks Child Abuse Awareness Month, a time dedicated to recognizing the signs of abuse and fostering a community that prote.... Read More

IMPORTANT Podcast for Parents: The Cell Phone Gateway and how Predators Target Rutherford County Youth

Apr 16, 2026 at 02:13 am by WGNS News

PARENTS - This is a MUST LISTEN TO PODCAST: In this sobering but essential episode of the Action Line, WGNS host Scott Walker sits down with Detectives Jeremy Murdoch and Jeff.... Read More

Rutherford County Sheriff Candidate Kenneth Barrett on Policing, Retention, and Community Safety

Apr 13, 2026 at 10:13 am by Producer

Modern law enforcement requires more than just a badge; it demands a fusion of advanced technology, transparent leadership, and a deep-rooted commitment to the community. Ke.... Read More

Spoofing Scams and the 2026 Influencer Trust Index with BBB

Apr 01, 2026 at 11:01 am by Producer

Your caller ID is lying to you, and the local business name flashing on your screen might be a digital mask for a global scammer. James Price from the Better Business Bureau.... Read More

PODCAST: Rutherford County Sheriff’s Forum: The Race for Public Safety

Mar 31, 2026 at 09:59 pm by WGNS News

Sheriff Political Forum (Click Play Above to Listen) - In this special election edition of the WGNS Action Line, host Scott Walker moderates a high-stakes political forum fe.... Read More

How Rutherford County SROs Support Mental Health and Community

Mar 19, 2026 at 08:37 pm by WGNS News

In this episode of the WGNS Action Line, host Scott Walker welcomes SRO Chad Dodson, a 17-year veteran of the Rutherford County Sheriff’s Office and a fixture at Lascass.... Read More

From Digital Safety to "Pancake" the Dog: A Day in the Life of a Rutherford County SRO

Mar 19, 2026 at 08:28 pm by WGNS News

  RUTHERFORD COUNTY, Tenn. – School Resource Officer (SRO) Chad Dodson, a 17-year veteran of the Rutherford County Sheriff’s Office, shared insights into the.... Read More

Rutherford County Sheriff Candidate Trey Mansfield

Mar 12, 2026 at 10:24 am by Producer

Trey Mansfield is trading his patrol car for a platform as he seeks the office of Sheriff of Rutherford County, bringing 34 years of grit, compassion, and "real" law enforce.... Read More

Two Rescued from Rushing Floodwaters on East County Farm Road

Jan 25, 2026 at 03:31 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) - A harrowing scene ended in a narrow escape Sunday afternoon after a vehicle was swept into rushing floodwaters on East County Farm Road. At.... Read More

Rutherford Roundup: Deadly I-24 Crashes, High-Stakes Playoff Win & Holiday Parades | Dec. 1, 2025

Dec 01, 2025 at 04:45 am by Dalton Barrett

Show Notes – Monday, December 1, 2025 The Rutherford Roundup In Today’s Episode: Fatal multi-vehicle crash on I-24: Two people killed and several injured af.... Read More

Fugitive Wanted in Wisconsin Arrested in Murfreesboro, Faces Multiple Drug Charges

Nov 07, 2025 at 04:05 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (November 7, 2025) – A wanted fugitive who has been on the run for two years after violating parole on a child neglect conviction in Wisconsin.... Read More

Marine Veteran Gabriel Spires Launches Campaign for Rutherford County Sheriff

Nov 06, 2025 at 11:52 am by WGNSRadio

MURFREESBORO, TN — Marine veteran Gabriel Spires has officially announced his candidacy for Rutherford County Sheriff, promising to bring integrity, clarity, and a commu.... Read More

Retired Sheriff Robert Arnold Announces Run for Congress

Oct 14, 2025 at 06:25 pm by WGNS

  MURFREESBORO, TN — Retired Rutherford County Sheriff Robert Arnold officially announced Tuesday that he is running for the U.S. House of Representatives, (T.... Read More

U.S. Marshals Capture Wanted Fugitive from Florida in Murfreesboro - Charged with First-Degree Murder

Sep 13, 2025 at 03:23 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. – A U.S. Marshals task force in Middle Tennessee arrested a Florida man wanted for murder after tracking him to Murfreesboro. Andrew St. Louis, 19,.... Read More

Sheriff Mike Fitzhugh Will Retire, Won’t Seek Re-Election in 2026

Sep 08, 2025 at 10:14 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) - Rutherford County Sheriff Mike Fitzhugh announced he will retire next August and not pursue another four-year term in 2026. “It has been th.... Read More

Lt. Kenneth Barrett Announces Candidacy for Rutherford County Sheriff

Sep 03, 2025 at 02:26 pm by WGNS

The information presented in this article is sourced directly from an emailed campaign press release. The content reflects the statements and views of the campaign.RUTHERFORD.... Read More

Deputy Chief Retires After Transforming Domestic Violence Response

Sep 03, 2025 at 02:18 pm by WGNS

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) - After a 30-year career marked by impactful reforms, Deputy Chief Britt Reed retired Tuesday from the Rutherford County Sheriff’s Office, lea.... Read More

'Love You Too, Mom’: Smyrna Family Grieves Loss of 22-Year-Old Killed on I-24

Jul 14, 2025 at 04:13 pm by WGNS Radio News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Katrina Leonard’s son, Noah Taylor (pictured above), cuddled with his dog Friday night before waking up to go to work Saturday morning. She told.... Read More

UPDATE: Man Fatally Shot While Driving on I-24 in Rutherford County

Jul 12, 2025 at 02:40 pm by WGNS

LA VERGNE, Tenn. (WGNS) — A Rutherford County man was killed Saturday morning after being shot while driving along Interstate 24, triggering a massive law enforceme.... Read More

Police and Deputies Respond to Midnight Disturbance on Tiger Hill

May 27, 2025 at 02:17 pm by WGNS Radio News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — Two law enforcement agencies were called to the area of Shelbyville Pike and Tiger Hill early Monday morning after reports of unruly juveniles prom.... Read More