Rhea County Sheriffs Department

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Public Notice:Sheriff Mike Neal and the Rhea County Sheriff's Department is having a PUBLIC AUCTION on SATURDAY, June 13...
06/10/2026

Public Notice:
Sheriff Mike Neal and the Rhea County Sheriff's Department is having a PUBLIC AUCTION on SATURDAY, June 13, 2026 @ 11:00AM
The Auction will be at the Rhea County Sheriff's Department Training Center located at 711 Eagle Lane, Evensville, TN, 37332.

The purpose of this auction is to sell the following confiscated/ seized/ surplus property:

2010 Hyundai Elantra - KMHDU4AD3AU014981
2012 Chevy Cruze 4D - 1G1PC5SH6C7266309
2004 Cadillac Deville 4D - 1G6KD54Y44U178831
2005 Chevy Equinox - 2CNDL73FX56091029
2000 Chrysler Van - 1C4GP64L9YB713173
2012 Ford Escape - 1FMCU0D70CK36578
2003 RAM 1500 - 1D7HA16K33J504805
2008 Honda Accord - 1HGCP26828A114235
2004 Toyota Camry - 4T1BE32K14U366697
1993 Ford Es**rt - 1FAPP15J8PW349261
2009 Dodge Charger - 2B3KA43D49H539288
2011 Buick Lucerne - 1G4HC5EM9BU130191
2001 Honda CBR 600F - JH2PC35031M206124
2000 Chevy Silverado - 1GCEK19T3YE132610
2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser - 3A8FY58909T598716
1999 GMC Sonoma - 1GTCS1440X8510385
1993 Ford Ranger - 1FTCR10A8PPB20843
1973 GMC C2500 - TCY233A508685
1994 Ford Ranger - 1FTCR14U2RPB15418
2006 Kia Spectra 4D - KNAFE121165325692
2002 Dodge RAM 1500 2D - 1D7HA16K82J258137
2008 Mitsubishi Lancer DE - JA3AU16U38U005358
2016 Chevy Sonic - 1G1JC5SHXG4175802
2010 Ford Mustang - 1ZVBP8ANXA5128437
2007 Honda Accord - 1HGCM66537A089530
2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo - 1J4GW48S0YC364241
1995 Chevy Lumina - 2G1WN52MOS9233208
2017 Honda Civic - 19XFC2F51HE012600
2003 Toyota 4Runner - JTEZU14R330001203
2014 Volkswagon Jetta - 3VWD17AJEM434819
2012 Chevy Camaro - 2G1FS1EW4C9205864
2004 Infiniti 135 - JNKDA31A94T211269
2007 Dodge Nitro - 1D8GU28K67W526744
2008 Ford F150 - 1FTPW14V58FA36848
2006 Toyota Rav4 - JTMZD33V065014626
2006 Chevy 1500 - 1GCEC14X76Z108775
2015 Mercedes Benz C-Class - 55SWF4KB3FU030214
2008 Audi Na4 - WAUAF78E68A070696
2014 Harley Davidson FHX St. Glide - 1HD1KBM11EB622369
Coleman Mini Bike - Gas operated
2000 Ford Econoline - 1FDWE35F3YHA27518
2010 Ford Explorer - 1FMEU7D8XAUA48677
2017 Dodge Charger - 2C3CDXKT9HH621444
2019 Dodge Charger - 2C3CDXKT1KH555124
2019 Dodge Charger - 2C3CDXKT8KH555122
2019 Dodge Charger - 2C3CDXKTOKH5820010
2016 Dodge Charger - 2C3CDXAGXGH228250
2015 Ford Explorer - 1FMK8AR0FGA21339
2011 Chevrolet Camaro - 2G1FB1ED1B9141280
2004 Dodge Ram 1500 - 1D7HU18D94J236866
2000 Ford F150 - 1FTZX172XYNA19668
2006 Yamaha 200 Hp - 63PX 1027743
2006 Yamaha 200 Hp - 63PX 1027065
2005 Polaris Ranger 500 - 4XARD50A45D724105
Miscellaneous vehicle parts
Collectible Coins and Silver

The above listed vehicles will be sold "AS IS" and can be inspected at 10:00AM on the date of sale. This will be an ABSOLUTE ACUTION and payment must be made at the time of the sale and property moved within a week.

Mike Neal, Sheriff

On May 11, 2026 Deputies were dispatched to a burglary scene at Rocky Food Mart located at the North entrance of Cottonp...
06/04/2026

On May 11, 2026 Deputies were dispatched to a burglary scene at Rocky Food Mart located at the North entrance of Cottonport Road in Dayton. Security footage showed a male entering the business through a broken window, emptying the cash register and taking two packs of ci******es before exiting.

On May 26th a burglary occurred at the Pine Grove Market located on Rocky Springs Road in Spring City. A male was observed breaking a window of the business, squeezing inside between rebar and emptying a cash register.

A person of interest was identified as Michael Jordan Frazier. On May 27, 2026, Mr. Frazier was found to be staying at a local hotel. He was arrested and charged with the following:

Burglary Breaking and Entering (2 Counts)

Burglary (2 Counts)

Destruction/Damage/Vandalism of Property

Theft of Property Less than $1,000 (2 Counts)

Vandalism (2 Counts)

Stolen Property Offenses

Traffic Alert: Update 2:14pm: Both lanes of Wassom Memorial Hwy are now open and the accident has been cleared. Previous...
05/30/2026

Traffic Alert:

Update 2:14pm:
Both lanes of Wassom Memorial Hwy are now open and the accident has been cleared.

Previous: One lane of Wassom Memorial Hwy (Hwy 68) is currently closed down due to a motor vehicle accident in the area of Garland Ln. Please use caution while emergency crews are in the area. This post will be updated when the Highway has been fully reopened and clear.

In 1962, President Kennedy proclaimed May 15th as National Peace Officers Memorial Day and the calendar week in which Ma...
05/15/2026

In 1962, President Kennedy proclaimed May 15th as National Peace Officers Memorial Day and the calendar week in which May 15 falls, as National Police Week. Today we honor the sacrifices of the fallen nationwide, and would like to shine a special light on Rhea County Officers who lost their lives in the line of duty. They are:


Deputy Clarence Lee Ellison

Deputy Ellison was shot and killed while searching for a moonshine still near his home in Roddy, Tennessee.

End of Watch: Friday, August 17, 1923

Chief Deputy Ben Thomas Vaughn

Chief Deputy Vaughn was killed in a crash during a high speed police chase.

End of Watch: Saturday, December 22, 1956

Deputy Johnny Alford Swafford

Deputy Swafford was shot responding to a domestic disturbance call.

End of Watch: Thursday, November 13,1975

Sergeant Bruce Owens

Sergeant Owens was shot in 1982 during a jail escape. Sergeant Owens survived the initial incident, but was paralyzed from his waist down. He later died in 1994 due to complications from the gunshot wound.

End of Watch: Thursday, December 29, 1994

Thank you, gentlemen, for your service and your sacrifice. We hope to honor your memory by serving this county well.

Update 3:28pm:With the help of our community Mr. Ledford has been safely located. Thank you for the assistance in locati...
05/14/2026

Update 3:28pm:
With the help of our community Mr. Ledford has been safely located. Thank you for the assistance in locating him!

Ryelon Ledford is a 14-year-old white male, 5'6" tall, 156 lbs., with brown hair and blue eyes. Ryelon was last seen in the area of Carty Ave. in Dayton, TN. Ryelon was last seen wearing shorts and a blue t-shirt. If you have seen Ryelon or have information regarding his whereabouts, please contact the Rhea County Sheriff's Office at 423-775-2442 or TBI at 1-800-TBI-
FIND.

Sheriff Mike Neal and Chief Deputy John Argo along with all of the men and women of The Rhea County Sheriff's Department...
05/09/2026

Sheriff Mike Neal and Chief Deputy John Argo along with all of the men and women of The Rhea County Sheriff's Department wish everyone a safe and fun 79th Annual Strawberry Festival Parade Day!

Please read the attached information carefully before coming to Downtown Dayton.

We fully expect the area to be heavily congested all day with a large crowd gathering for The Kentucky Headhunters this evening. Please remain aware of your surroundings and call 911 in case of an emergency. Rhea County Dispatch's Non-Emergency Line is (423) 775-2442. Please report any suspicious activity immediately.

Remind children to immediately go to a uniformed officer if they find they have been separated from a parent or guardian. Take a picture of your child as soon as you exit your vehicle to help with locating them quickly if needed. The Dayton Chamber of Commerce booth will have child safety wristbands available. We strongly advise you to take advantage of that opportunity.

Please keep an especially watchful eye on children during the parade and do not allow them to run into the road after candy or other novelty items thrown from floats.

Note the attached flyer about new handicap parking availability.

Notice The Strawberry Festival and most of Downtown Dayton have been declared a no fly zone (Law Enforcement Surveillance Only).

Tennessee Strawberry Festival Dayton, TN Chamber of Commerce Rhea County Emergency Management

Events downtown are expected to run from 9:00 A.M. to 10:00 P.M., beginning with the opening of food and craft vendors. ...
05/08/2026

Events downtown are expected to run from 9:00 A.M. to 10:00 P.M., beginning with the opening of food and craft vendors. Please be aware that many downtown businesses are still in operation today.

Traffic will be heavy in walking areas as vehicles line up for the Car Show this afternoon. It begins at 3 P.M.

Note the attached flyer about new handicap parking availability.

The Rhea County Sheriff's Department will be stationed at The Rhea County Juvenile Detention Center (the old Rhea County Jail) on the corner of 2nd Avenue and Court Street with officers stationed throughout town. Rhea Ambulance and Rhea County Emergency Management will be stationed there again this year as well.

Rhea Medical Center will have a first aid equipped tent and the Dayton Chamber of Commerce will have child safety wristbands inside the vendor area on the courthouse lawn.
Remind children to immediately go to a uniformed officer if they find they have been separated from a parent or guardian. Take a picture of your child as soon as you exit your vehicle to help with locating them quickly if needed.

Please remain alert and aware of your surroundings and report any suspicious activity immediately. In the case of an emergency, dial 911. Rhea County Dispatch's Non-Emergency Line is (423) 775-2442

Tennessee Strawberry Festival Dayton, TN Chamber of Commerce Rhea County Emergency Management

Roads will close as needed to allow for the safe setup of food and craft vendors. This will take up a much larger area t...
05/07/2026

Roads will close as needed to allow for the safe setup of food and craft vendors. This will take up a much larger area than years past, as the festival has grown tremendously.

Sheriff Mike Neal asks that all vendors please follow the instructions of the Strawberry Festival Committee and of the Officers that will be onsite to assist with traffic flow around the Historic Courthouse.

Vendors will not be open for business today.

Remember to remain mindful of heavy foot traffic in the area of the carnival. It will be open from 6:00 P.M. until 11:00 P.M. tonight.

Tennessee Strawberry Festival Dayton, TN Chamber of Commerce Rhea County Emergency Management

The following roads will be closed today for Faith & Family Night at Centennial Park. Strawberry shortcakes will be serv...
05/06/2026

The following roads will be closed today for Faith & Family Night at Centennial Park. Strawberry shortcakes will be served.

Be mindful of extra foot traffic in the area of the Historic Courthouse and near the carnival.

The carnival is open from 6:00 P.M. until 11:00 P.M. tonight.

Downtown Dayton will become extremely congested starting tomorrow as vendors arrive. Please plan accordingly.

Tennessee Strawberry Festival Dayton, TN Chamber of Commerce Rhea County Emergency Management

Our main goal is to keep the families of Rhea County safe. No new road closures today, but heavy foot traffic is expecte...
05/05/2026

Our main goal is to keep the families of Rhea County safe. No new road closures today, but heavy foot traffic is expected in the area of Downtown Dayton near the walking track.

Also, remember that today is Election Day and areas around the polls and Election Commission may be busier than usual. Please plan ahead and remain alert.

The carnival is open from 6:00 P.M. until 11:00 P.M. tonight.

Tennessee Strawberry Festival Dayton, TN Chamber of Commerce Rhea County Emergency Management

Address

7800 Rhea County Highway
Dayton, TN
37321

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

+14237757838

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