https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sheriffs_in_the_United_States
In the United States, a sheriff is the chief of law enforcement of a county. Sheriffs are usually either elected by the populace or appointed by an elected body. Sheriff's offices are typically tasked with: operating jails, security at courthouses and county buildings, protection of judges and juries, preventing breaches of the peace, and coordinating with city police departments.

https://www.blounttn.gov/2027/Sheriffs-Office
The men and women of the Blount County Sheriff's Office are committed to the protection of life and property among the citizens of the county, and are committed to providing law enforcement, corrections, and criminal justice services through a partnership with the community that builds trust, reduces crime, creates a safe environment, and enhances the quality of life.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sheriff
The Old English term designated a royal official, a reeve, responsible for managing a shire or county on behalf of the king. The term is a contraction of "shire reeve" (Old English scīrgerefa).. The sheriff had a series of duties that included keeping the peace and providing men at arms to support the king in times of strife. Another important duty was the collection of taxes on behalf of the

https://www.tnsheriffs.com/sheriff-directory
940 east lamar alexander pkwy. maryville, tn 37804. (865) 273-5000. steve lawson

https://www.latimes.com/california/story/2024-07-15/lee-baca-former-l-a-county-sheriff-missing-from-home
Former Los Angeles County Sheriff Lee Baca has been found safe after going missing from his home in San Marino on Sunday afternoon, according to authorities. Baca, 82, was found just after 12:30 a

https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/illinois-woman-called-police-possible-intruder-killed-deputies-attorne-rcna161673
Sonya Massey, 36, died after an early-morning encounter with deputies from the Sangamon County Sheriff's Office on July 6, authorities said.

https://www.maryvillegov.com/police-department-home-page.html
Located at the Maryville Municipal Building - Main Level (Off W. Broadway Avenue) Business Hours | 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. | Monday - Friday . 400 W. Broadway Avenue | Maryville, TN 37801 | (865) 273-3700 Phone. Tony J. Crisp, Chief of Police / Director of Public Safety | (865) 273-3700 Phone | tjcrisp@maryville-tn.gov. .

https://www.azcentral.com/story/news/local/phoenix/2024/07/10/republican-candidates-for-maricopa-county-sheriff-debate/73807859007/
Joe Arpaio is not running for Maricopa County sheriff, but his legacy still looms large over the office. That was evident Wednesday during the Arizona Clean Elections debate among three candidates

https://www.northjersey.com/story/news/passaic/2024/07/16/passaic-county-sheriffs-officers-nj-laid-off/74407772007/
In January, the initial number of expected Passaic County Sheriff Officers to be laid off was 29. A few months later it was fewer than 20 and by July 1, the number was pared to seven, sheriff

https://www.texastribune.org/2024/07/15/uvalde-school-shooting-records-sheriff-district/
The ruling by Judge Sid Harle was dated July 8 and it gives the sheriff's office and the school district 20 days, or until July 28, to release "all responsive documents.". A similar ruling

http://ils.bcso.com/
Blount County Sheriff's Office. Corrections Facility. 940 E. Lamar Alexander Pkwy. Maryville, TN 37804. Phone: (865) 273-5245. Fax: (865) 273-5089. Website: www.bcso.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-lee-berrong-501ba4145
Blount County Sheriff's Office. 1989 - Present 35 years. Appointed to the post in 1989 and re-elected each term since 1990, Sheriff Berrong has built a solid reputation as a respected leader in

https://nypost.com/2024/07/15/us-news/sheriff-defends-officer-who-failed-to-stop-trump-shooter-moments-before-assassination-attempt-i-would-have-done-the-same-thing/
Butler County Sheriff Michael Slupe confirmed Monday that a local officer made contact with Crooks after being hoisted up to the roof by another officer — but fled when the sniper pointed his AR

https://www.blounttn.gov/330/About-Us
Learn about the Sheriff's Office. Commitment The men and women of the Blount County Sheriff's Office are committed to the protection of life and property among the citizens of the county, and are committed to providing law enforcement, corrections, and criminal justice services through a partnership with the community that builds trust, reduces crime, creates a safe environment, and enhances

https://www.blounttn.gov/1004/Sheriffs-Office
Directions Physical Address: View Map 940 E Lamar Alexander Parkway Maryville, TN 37804. Phone: 865-273-5000. Fax: 865-273-5134. Link: Sheriff's Office Page

https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/crime/two-men-accused-of-stealing-350-gallons-of-diesel-from-maryville-gas-station-in-elaborate-scheme/ar-BB1q6EvZ
Two men are facing multiple charges after allegedly leading Blount County Sheriff's Office deputies on a low-speed chase and reportedly stealing 350 gallons of diesel fuel in an "elaborate scheme."

https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/crime/tennessee-authorities-search-for-suspect-in-shooting-of-2-sheriff-s-deputies/ar-BB1i1I7C
In this image made from video shown in the Blount County Sheriff's Office's Facebook page, an official shows a picture of Deputy Greg McCowan in Maryville, Tenn., Friday, Feb. 9, 2024.

https://www.cbsnews.com/news/manhunt-kenneth-dehart-suspect-fatal-shooting-deputy-wounding-another/
Manhunt underway in Tennessee for suspect accused of killing sheriff's deputy 00:52. Authorities in eastern Tennessee were searching early Friday for a suspect they say was involved in a shooting

https://www.dailynews.com/2024/07/15/ex-sheriff-lee-baca-found-hours-after-going-missing/
Former Los Angeles County Sheriff Lee Baca, who has dementia, was found safe early Monday, July 15, about eight hours after he apparently wandered away from his San Marino home. San Marino Police

https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/man-accused-killing-tennessee-deputy-traffic-stop-captured-manhunt-rcna138699
The man accused of fatally shooting a sheriff's deputy in Tennessee last week has been captured in Knoxville. Kenneth DeHart, 42, was taken into custody Tuesday afternoon, Blount County Sheriff

https://www.wvlt.tv/2024/07/05/maryville-man-dies-after-horrific-firework-accident/
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) - A Maryville man died after suffering a chest wound from an exploding firework on the Fourth of July, according to the Blount County Sheriff's Office. BCSO responded to reports of an unconscious person around 11 p.m. on Thursday night at Evergreen Farms Lane. The BCSO

https://www.washingtonpost.com/obituaries/2024/07/11/tommy-robinson-arkansas-sheriff-congressman-dies-82/
Tommy Robinson, a former U.S. congressman who captured attention while serving as an Arkansas sheriff, using tactics that included chaining inmates outside a state prison to protest overcrowding

https://www.cbsnews.com/losangeles/news/former-los-angeles-sheriff-lee-baca-found-san-marino-home/
Friends and family members were reportedly concerned as he suffers from dementia.He should be wearing a medical alert, they say. Baca was the sheriff from 1998 to 2014.

https://www.facebook.com/people/Blount-County-Sheriffs-Office/100064773936249/
Blount County Sheriff's Office. 56,557 likes · 252 talking about this · 274 were here. www.bcso.com

https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/manhunt-tennessee-armed-dangerous-suspect-fatal-shooting-deputy-traffi-rcna138057
Blount County sheriff's Deputy Greg McCowan was killed and Deputy Shelby Eggers was wounded in the leg after Kenneth DeHart, 42, allegedly opened fire Thursday evening, officials said.

https://apnews.com/article/tennessee-deputy-killed-search-suspect-03cad9fcdbff2adc5c490501e0e896a1
Authorities in eastern Tennessee are searching for a suspect they say was involved in a shooting that killed one sheriff's deputy and left another wounded. Blount County Sheriff James Lee Berrong says warrants have been issued for 42-year-old Kenneth DeHart, who is wanted on suspicion of first degree murder, attempted first degree murder and being a felon in possession of a firearm after the

https://www.cbsnews.com/news/tennessee-shooting-suspect-captured-sheriffs-deputy-greg-mccowan/
Updated on: February 13, 2024 / 4:56 PM EST / CBS/AP. A man wanted in connection to the fatal shooting of a sheriff's deputy and the wounding of another during a traffic stop last week in eastern

https://www.blounttn.gov/365/Patrol-Public-Safety
Patrol Zones. Blount County is divided into four separate geographical areas known as patrol zones. Two patrolmen are assigned to each zone, 24/7. They are responsible for providing patrol services to their assigned areas. There is also a Zone 5 deputy who is stationed at the Blount County Justice Center to respond to requests for phone calls

https://www.cnn.com/2024/02/17/us/tennessee-deputy-shooting-blount-county-bodycam/index.html
The Blount County Sheriff's office in Tennessee released body and dash camera video on Friday showing what led up to the shooting of two deputies during a traffic stop last week that triggered a

https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/crime/fugitive-wanted-in-killing-of-deputy-caught-after-dayslong-manhunt-authorities/ar-BB1ieowg
Kenneth DeHart was detained in Knoxville on Tuesday, the Blount County Sheriff's Office said on social media while sharing a photo of a large police presence outside a residence.. The 42-year-old