KNOXVILLE, TN (WOKI) – Eleven defendants charged in one of the most significant alleged public corruption cases in Knox County Sheriff’s Office history are expected back in court Tuesday morning for a motions hearing.
The case centers on allegations that current and former Knox County Sheriff’s Office employees, along with a civilian defendant, improperly used sheriff’s office funds, equipment and resources for personal gain. The allegations date back to actions that occurred prior to 2018.
Those charged face a range of offenses, including conspiracy to commit theft of property over $250,000, theft of property over $250,000 and theft of services.
Defense Expects Favorable Outcome
Attorney T. Scott Jones, who represents some of the defendants, said Monday that the defense team is optimistic about the outcome of Tuesday’s hearing…