Rutherford County Sheriff's Office

10/21/2026

The Rutherford County Sheriff’s Office would like to thank Heartland Baptist Church in Walter Hill for supporting one of our Senior Citizens Awareness Network (SCAN) members who resides in La Vergne. Through its Comfort Ye Ministry, the church donated a lift chair to help meet this senior’s needs.

Comfort Ye is a faith-based outreach ministry dedicated to helping the elderly and those with health challenges by providing medical and mobility equipment at no cost. Supported by donations and volunteers, the ministry works to provide resources that promote comfort, independence, and dignity.

The SCAN program connects Rutherford County residents age 55 and older with personalized safety services and community resources. Through volunteers who meet with seniors to identify their individual needs, SCAN helps connect them with assistance such as home repairs and community support services.

The Rutherford County Sheriff's Office thanks Heartland Baptist Church and the Comfort Ye Ministry for their generosity and service to others. Partnerships like this make a positive impact in the lives of the seniors we serve.

Heartland Baptist Church - Walter Hill
Comfort Ye Ministry

10/21/2026

Do you know how fast your teens are driving?

Speeding is a critical safety issue for teen drivers. As their confidence in their own driving skill grows, they will be tempted to push the limits, especially around peers.

If you’re a parent to a teen driver, take the lead to address speeding with them, and get involved in the learning-to-drive process.

10/20/2026

UPDATE #2: The road has reopened.

UPDATE: AT&T will remain on scene with traffic controllers, please drive safely while they continue to remove the lines from the roadway.

Sharpsville Road is closed between Halls Hill Pike and the 5200 block due to a downed utility pole and power line.

Please use an alternate route and avoid the area until further notice.

10/20/2026

Watch this video highlighting the opening ceremonies of the 2026 Special Olympics Tennessee Fall State Games in Murfreesboro. We were honored to be part of such a special weekend and cheer on these incredible athletes alongside our fellow first responders.
Thank you to Special Olympics Tennessee for all you do and for allowing us to be part of the excitement!

Tennessee Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics
Special Olympics Tennessee

10/20/2026

On Friday, October 16, Rutherford County Sheriff Kenneth Barrett and Special Olympics athlete Anthony Walker had the honor of serving as torchbearers for the opening ceremonies of the 2026 Special Olympics Fall State Games in Murfreesboro.

The ceremony began with the Parade of Athletes as members of the Murfreesboro Police Department, Tennessee Highway Patrol, and Rutherford County Sheriff’s Office cheered on athletes entering Richard Siegel Soccer Park. Nashville SC athletes also welcomed the competitors through a tunnel of cheers.

As athletes from across Tennessee gathered on the field for the national anthem, THP Lieutenant Brad Lund conducted a helicopter flyover. Following the anthem, Sheriff Barrett and Walker carried the Flame of Hope to light the cauldron, officially marking the start of the games. Sheriff Barrett then declared the 2026 Fall State Games open.

Special Olympics provides year-round sports training and athletic competition for individuals with intellectual disabilities, promoting physical fitness, courage, joy, and community connection. The Law Enforcement Torch Run helps raise awareness and funds to support the Special Olympics movement.

The Rutherford County Sheriff’s Office was honored to take part in this special event and welcome athletes from across the state to Murfreesboro for the 2026 Fall State Games.

Tennessee Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics
Special Olympics Tennessee

10/19/2026

On August 6, 2026, while patrolling the Burnt K**b Road area, Deputy Ryan Bauer observed a man sitting on the shoulder of the road and stopped to conduct a welfare check.

During the interaction, Deputy Bauer identified the man and recognized that he was experiencing a mental health crisis. Deputy Bauer was able to contact the man’s mother, who shared that her son had left their home in Polk County, Tennessee, on foot in June.

Thanks to Deputy Bauer’s attentiveness, compassion, and concern for the well-being of others, he took the necessary steps to ensure the man received assistance and was safely returned home.

The Rutherford County Sheriff’s Office is proud of Deputy Bauer for going above and beyond his duties to help someone in need.

10/19/2026

UPDATE: THE ROAD HAS REOPENED.
Please be cautious of MTE workers still working in the area to restore power.

W. Jefferson Pike is closed between Lebanon Road and Roanoke Drive for an undetermined amount of time due to a vehicle accident.

This closure will affect your morning commute. Motorists are encouraged to avoid the area and seek an alternate route.

The area is also experiencing a power outage. Please plan accordingly.

10/17/2026

10/17/2026

On October 15, Commissioner Dr. Laura Clark read a resolution recognizing Hispanic Heritage Month before the Rutherford County Commission. She invited members of the community to stand with her in celebration and recognition.

We were honored to have Detention Corporal Joshua Perez stand alongside Commissioner Clark as the resolution was read and unanimously approved.

We appreciate Commissioner Clark for recognizing the contributions, culture, and history of the Hispanic community and are proud to have Corporal Perez represent the Rutherford County Sheriff’s Office during this special moment.