Sheriff Tommy Jones announces the promotion of Chris Francis to Sergeant. Francis graduated from Sweetwater High School in 1994. He began his law enforcement career in 2003 at Sweetwater Police Department, graduating from the police academy at TLETA in Nashville in 2004. Chris has served with the Monroe County Sheriff’s … Read More
Notice! Monroe County Sheriff’s Office Public Firearms Auction of over 60 fire arms to be held on July 14th, 2018 at 12pm located at East TN Livestock Center 2121 US-11 Sweetwater,TN. Early viewing at 11am day of auction. Listing of Firearms to be Auctioned
Sheriff Tommy Jones has announced the promotion of Steve Ogle to Patrol Captain. Steve Ogle started his law enforcement career in 1984 at the Madisonville Police Department. In March of 1989, he accepted a position as Deputy with the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office. Not long after, Ogle assumed the position … Read More
Beware! There’s a phone SCAM going on, regarding jury duty. The caller falsely identifies himself as being a deputy at Monroe County Sheriff’s Office. He tells you that you were supposed to report for jury duty, and you failed to show up. He says that you are therefore required to … Read More
Children’s Emergency Care Alliance of Tennessee (CECATN) recognized Monroe County 911 Dispatch, Monroe County Sheriff’s Office and Monroe County EMS at the Tenth Annual Star of Life Awards Dinner and Ceremony as the State Award in Nashville at Rocketown on Thursday, May 18th. The mission of CECATN, the host of … Read More
Sheriff Tommy Jones announced the appointment of Albert Medina to Jail Administrator for Monroe County Sheriff’s Office. Medina had been serving as Captain of the Jail since 2016. Albert Medina was in the Marine Corp with the Security Forces from 1991-1997, where he spend time overseas at the Naval Air … Read More
Sheriff Tommy Jones has announced the appointment of Chris C. White to Chief Deputy of the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office. White has been serving as Patrol Captain since 2014. He previously served the department for five years, in positions as a patrolman, patrol sergeant and detective. The role of Chief … Read More
In this video, Deputy Brookshire demonstrates the K9’s ability to move in tactical situations. The extensive training which the K9s and handlers do together is strongly evident, and their bond is obvious. K9s are the handler’s back-up on most calls, ready to be deployed if needed when dealing with a … Read More
Leadership Monroe is a program sponsored by the Monroe County Chamber of Commerce to help develop future community leaders. The program seeks qualified candidates who wish assume significant roles in leadership in our community. The Chamber program prepares those persons to lead from an informed and effective position. The Leadership … Read More
Would you like a Sheriff’s Deputy to check on your home while you are away? Monroe County Sheriff’s Office can send a patrol car to check your home for any external signs of a breakin. Please email us the following information with your request: Your name Your address (physical address) … Read More
Monroe County Schools, along with the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office, conducted a series of readiness drills this past week. “The most important thing the Sheriff’s Office can do to save lives involves training, so each school immediately takes action to execute their active shooter plan,” said Sheriff Tommy Jones.
Holly is a gorgeous cat, and just an example of the many lovable pets available for adoption from Monroe County Animal Shelter. Conveniently located at 170 Kefauver Lane in Madisonville (behind Walmart), the Shelter is open Tuesday-Friday from 11-4:30 and Saturdays from 11-2. You can view available pets on www.friendsofanimalsmc.org … Read More