BLOUNT COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE

The premier law enforcement agency in Blount County, TN. BCSO is a CALEA Accredited agency that provides protection of life and property.

A Message From The Sheriff

The men and women of the Blount County Sheriff's Office work toward our mission of providing outstanding 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. We work hard to achieve these goals, and we continually look for ways to improve our service to the citizens of this community.

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2023 Annual Report

It is with pride that we present to you our 2023 annual report. This is a story of our accomplishments and a record of our activity throughout the year.

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Blount County juvenile charged with sex crimes

Maryville, Tennessee – Blount County Sheriff James Lee Berrong said investigators arrested and charged a 14-year-old Blount County boy with two counts of aggravated rape…

Posted: March 21, 2025

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Sheriff’s Office offering $5,000 reward in unsolved homicide

Maryville, Tennessee – Blount County Sheriff James Lee Berrong is asking citizens who may have information about the disappearance and death of Cheyenne Tonisha Shropshire…

Posted: March 13, 2025

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Morganton Road at William Blount Drive closed due to crash

Maryville, Tennessee – Deputies are currently working a serious car crash on Morganton Road near Honeysuckle. Morganton Road at William Blount Drive is currently closed…

Posted: March 12, 2025

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