The Fentress County Sheriff’s Office has reaffirmed its commitment to community safety following a series of drug-related arrests over the past 30 days. Sheriff’s deputies apprehended nine individuals on various charges ranging from simple possession to DUI and unlawful possession of a weapon.

Department officials released the details of the following individuals charged during the recent operation:

• Adam Carpenter: Simple Possession / Casual Exchange (x2), Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Unlawful Possession of a Weapon

• Austin Harris: Simple Possession / Casual Exchange, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Unlawful Possession of a Weapon

• Matisyahn Kornacki Nolz: Simple Possession / Casual Exchange, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Driving Under the Influence (DUI)

• Marion Aytes: Simple Possession / Casual Exchange, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia

• Dana Cooper: Simple Possession / Casual Exchange, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia

• Michael Miller: Simple Possession / Casual Exchange, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia

• Robert Potter: Simple Possession / Casual Exchange, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia

• Billy Peterson: Simple Possession / Casual Exchange

Sheriff’s office representatives expressed gratitude for the ongoing support of local residents as they work to combat illicit drugs in the area.

How to Help:

Anyone with information regarding the sale or distribution of illegal narcotics is strongly encouraged to call the Fentress County Sheriff’s Office Drug Hotline at 931-752-5268.

All suspects are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.