Suspect accused of making multiple online threats of mass violence against Tennessee governor, places of worship

LA VERGNE, Tenn. (WSMV) – The La Vergne Police Department announced the arrest of a suspect who allegedly made escalating threats of mass violence against government officials and places of worship in Tennessee.

La Vergne Police reportedly launched an investigation into the suspect after it was notified of online threatening statements, which gradually escalated.

“What began as general threats directed toward family members and others in Tennessee developed into specific threats involving individuals and public locations, including Gov. Bill Lee, Pastor Corey Trimble, and places of worship,” La Vergne Police reported…

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