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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It is with pride that we present to you our 2024 annual report. This is a story of our accomplishments and a record of our activity throughout the year.
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BCSO Newsroom
Investigators arrest Lenoir City man on felony warrants
Blount County, Tennessee – Blount County Sheriff James Lee Berrong announced that investigators charged a 24-year-old Lenoir City man with two felony warrants as well…
Posted: January 2, 2026
BCSO deputy killed in car crash while on duty
Blount County, Tennessee – Blount County Sheriff James Lee Berrong is saddened to announce that BCSO Deputy Justin Mowery was killed in the line of…
Posted: December 28, 2025
Kentucky man receives 40 year-plus federal prison sentence in online enticement case of Blount County teenager
Blount County, Tennessee – Blount County Sheriff James Lee Berrong is pleased to announce that Nathaniel Covington, 27, of Louisville, Kentucky was sentenced to 40…
Posted: December 23, 2025
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