Giles County
Coverage of Giles County in the Nexus archive.
- Giles County deputy placed on administrative leave after allegations involving the euthanization of 2 dogs
The Giles County Sheriff’s Office addressed social media allegations concerning a deputy involving the euthanization of two dogs. The involved deputy was placed on administrative leave, and the sheriff's office requested an independent investigation from the District Attorney General’s Office. Sheriff Joe Purvis stated that while he cannot comment on details due to the active investigation, the department takes these allegations seriously.
- Giles County man sentenced to 60 years for child rape convictions
A man from Giles County was sentenced to 60 years in prison for child rape convictions. He was found guilty of multiple child sex offenses.
- 6 residents trapped in their homes due to flooding in Giles County, rescue teams active
Six residents are trapped in their homes due to flooding in Giles County, and rescue teams are actively working to assist them. Members of Giles County Fire and Rescue are involved in the rescue efforts.
- 1 rescued after vehicle crashes off road, becomes ‘entangled’ in downed trees in Giles County
A driver was rescued after their vehicle crashed off the road and became entangled in downed trees in Giles County. Multiple emergency agencies, including Giles County Fire & Rescue and Tennessee Highway Patrol, responded to the crash site. The Tennessee Highway Patrol is investigating the incident and cleared the roadway with a backhoe to assist in the rescue.
- Deputies looking for wanted man in Lawrence, Giles counties
The Lawrence County Sheriff’s Department is searching for Frank Northern, a man with warrants for aggravated robbery and property theft. The search includes Giles County due to Northern’s ties there, and deputies have released his photo and physical description to the public.