Franklin County Sheriff's Office

05/28/2026

05/25/2026

Today, we pause to honor and remember the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our nation. Memorial Day is more than a holiday; it is a solemn reminder of the cost of freedom and the sacrifice made by America’s heroes and their families.

The Franklin County Sheriff’s Office proudly remembers those who made the ultimate sacrifice defending our country and protecting the freedoms we enjoy every day.

As we gather with family and friends this weekend, may we never forget the courage, honor, and selflessness of our fallen service members.

From all of us at the Franklin County Sheriff’s Office, we wish everyone a safe and meaningful Memorial Day.

05/20/2026

The Tennessee Wildlife Resource Agency could use your help identifying these three individuals. These three individuals were involved in an incident on TWRA’s Bear Hollow Mountain Wildlife Management Area near Turnpike Road.

If you have any information about who any of them are, please reach out to Franklin County Consolidated Dispatch Center and ask to speak with TWRA Officer Matthew Stevenson.

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05/10/2026

Today, we honor the mothers, grandmothers, and mother figures who hold families together with strength, sacrifice, and unconditional love. Your guidance shapes our homes, our communities, and the next generation.

“Behind so many strong families is a mother who has prayed, sacrificed, and loved without limits. Proverbs 31 reminds us that ‘her children arise and call her blessed.’ Today, we thank every mother for the countless ways you serve your family and community each day”, Sheriff Tim Fuller.

From all of us at the Sheriff’s Office, we wish you a blessed and peaceful Mother’s Day.

05/08/2026

Earlier this afternoon, our office was responding to an alleged threat of an active shooter at Saint Andrew’s Sewanee School. It was quickly realized that there was no active shooter and that facts had been miscommunicated. We confirmed there was no threat and discontinued our response.

The campus at Saint Andrew’s Sewanee School was never in danger. As always, we treat every threat as real and respond accordingly. We value the safety of students, faculty, and staff of all the schools in our jurisdiction.

05/07/2026

Earlier today, a bomb threat was reported to our School Resource Officer at Decherd Elementary School. The incident was immediately investigated and handled by the SRO and school administration.

After a thorough investigation, the threat was determined to be non-credible. At no time were the students, faculty, or staff in danger.

We understand situations like this can cause concern among parents and the community, but we want to reassure everyone that the safety of our schools remains our highest priority. We appreciate the quick response of our School Resource Officer and the cooperation of the school staff throughout the incident.

05/05/2026

Here is a recap of some of the important arrests over the last few days.

On 04/30/2026, our office executed a search warrant, and we were assisted by the following departments: the Coffee County Sheriff’s Office, the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation, the Manchester Police Department, and the 12th Judicial Drug Task Force.

The following evidence was seized as a result of the search warrant:
-Approximately one ounce of a substance believed to be methamphetamine
-Two handguns
-Drug paraphernalia

The following people were arrested and charged with the following offenses:

Shariane Lashay Peoples (Pictured First)
-Felony Possession of Methamphetamine
-Simple Possession of a Schedule II Controlled Substance
-Possession of a Legend Drug Without a Prescription
-Possession of Drug Paraphernalia

Demarko Lushaun Peoples (Pictured Second)
-Unlawful Possession of a Firearm

Gawain Lysaunder Grimes (Pictured Third)
-Possession of Drug Paraphernalia
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Later in the day on 04/30/2026, our office, the Coffee County Sheriff’s Office, and the 12th Judicial Drug Task Force executed another search warrant.
During this search warrant, the following evidence was seized:
-Approximately One Ounce of a Substance Believed to be Methamphetamine
-Approximately Two Ounces of Mushrooms
-Approximately one and a half ounces of a Substance Believed to be Ma*****na
-A Cadillac STS

Daniel Joe James (Pictured Fourth) was charged with the following offenses:
-Manufacture, Sell, or Delivery of a Schedule I Controlled Substance
-Possession of a Schedule VI Controlled Substance With Intent to Distribute
-Felony Possession of Methamphetamine
-Possession of Drug Paraphernalia
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On 05/04/2026, Herbert Ely Maze (Pictured Fifth) was indicted by a Franklin County Grand Jury and arrested for the following offenses:
-Sexual Exploitation of Minor
-Solicitation of a Minor

Maze will remain in custody without a bond until his court date on 05/15/2026. No other details about this case can be released at this time.

05/04/2026

This week, we recognize and honor the men and women who serve behind the walls, our Correctional Officers.

Their job often goes unseen, but it is one of the most challenging and important roles in public safety. Every day, they maintain order, ensure security, and manage situations that require patience, professionalism, and strength. They work long hours in a demanding environment, all while helping protect our communities.

We thank you for your dedication, your resilience, and your commitment to doing a job that many could not.

Please join us in showing appreciation for these professionals who serve with integrity and courage.

05/02/2026

We are saddened to share the passing of Kevin Syler, who served our community with dedication and integrity during his time with our office and other departments.

Kevin was more than just a deputy, he was a public servant who answered the call to protect and serve, standing beside their fellow officers and working to make our county a safer place. His commitment, professionalism, and character left a lasting impact on those who had the privilege to serve alongside him.

We ask that you keep the family, friends, and former colleagues of Kevin Syler in your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

Kevin William Syler, age 70, passed away peacefully from this life to join the Lord on May 1, 2026, with his family by his side.

Kevin was born on September 6, 1955, to Charles Syler and Joan Gaines of Cowan, Tennessee. He spent the next 65 years in Cowan before building his dream home in Farris Chapel.

On February 2, 1973, Kevin married Kathy Judge. Later that year, in August, their little family was made complete with the arrival of their baby girl, Tricia.

Kevin dedicated over 40 years of service to law enforcement. Outside of his traditional vocation, Kevin was known for his remarkable talents as a pianist and organist. He discovered music at an early age, beginning piano lessons at seven. By ten, he had his first Hammond organ and started organ lessons. At thirteen, Kevin became the church organist for Cowan First Baptist Church. Just a year later, he joined his first band, and by fifteen, he was already playing at local weddings. Throughout his life, Kevin played with numerous bands and talented musicians for many special occasions, all of which he deeply cherished.

Throughout his lifetime Kevin was a member of several churches, the last two and most notable being the Wi******er and Cowan Cumberland Presbyterian Churches. A lifelong believer, Kevin felt a calling to use his musical gifts to serve God. Music was his solace and his therapy, and he truly enjoyed sharing that gift with others.

Kevin was an anchor for his family. While he wore many hats, his favorites were those of son, husband, father, grandfather, uncle, great-grandfather, and cousin. He was the proud “Dadah” to triplets Anna, Ivey, and Luke and never missed an opportunity to spend time with them or celebrate their achievements. Kevin loved being at a ball field and sitting courtside at a basketball game. Whether it was refereeing, coaching, or cheering on Tricia, Tana, the triplets, or the great-grands, he never missed a game.

Kevin had an adventurous spirit. He enjoyed traveling and never passed up an opportunity for a good road trip with Kathy. He was scuba certified and made many trips south to explore the ocean. Kevin shared this passion for diving by using his equipment to teach all the kids in the pool. In his younger days, Kevin absolutely loved riding his Harley, though he never lost his great appreciation for motorcycles, fast cars, or Mini Coopers.

Strong-willed and stubborn at times, Kevin also had an enormous and loyal heart. His infectious smile and friendly nature meant he never met a stranger. Like his Daddy, he was a doer and fixer who often enjoyed building and tinkering.

Despite his long fight against cancer, Kevin remained brave and resilient, thankful to God for every small victory and for the ability to use his hands and fingers to play the keys he loved.

Kevin was preceded in joining the Lord by this mother and father, Joan and Charles Syler, and his mother-in-law, Susie Judge. He is survived by his loving wife of 53 years, Kathy, who lovingly
served as his caregiver until his final breath. Also left to cherish his memory is their daughter, Tricia Limbaugh and son-in-law, John. He will also be dearly missed by his grandchildren, Anna (Keaton) Limbaugh, Ivey Limbaugh, and Luke and Courtney Limbaugh; great-grandchildren, Katie, Bentley, and Silas Limbaugh; father-in-law, Ronald Judge, as well as nieces, nephew, cousins, great-nieces and nephews, and his beloved dog Marley.

A celebration of life will be held at Wi******er Cumberland Presbyterian Church with Moore-Cortner Funeral Home handling the funeral services. Relatives and friends are invited to join the family for visitation on Sunday, May, 3rd, from 1:00 to 3:30 p.m. The memorial service honoring Kevin, officiated by Rev. Dr. Micheal Clark, will immediately follow.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to the Grit Award-In Honor of Kevin Syler Scholarship. You can drop donations off at the Oldham Theatre, First Vision Bank - Kevin Syler Scholarship,or donate directly online at https://givebutter.com/grit-award-in-honor-of-kevin-syler-b2bkiv

Moore-Cortner Funeral Home 300 1st Ave NW, Wi******er, TN 37398, (931)967-2222, www.moorecortner.com

04/22/2026

Today, we celebrate the backbone of our office, our incredible administrative professionals!

From maintaining records, answering calls, and keeping things organized to ensure everything runs smoothly behind the scenes, your hard work is not going unnoticed.

Sheriff Tim Fuller shared, “Our administrative staff is essential to everything we do. Their dedication, professionalism, and heart for service make a difference not only in this office, but across our entire community.”

Thank you for your commitment, your patience, and the pride you take in your work. We appreciate you today and every day.

Happy Administrative Professionals Day!