LA VERGNE, Tenn. – For the past six months, the La Vergne Police Department has been investigating a local business suspected of the illegal distribution of marijuana. That ongoing investigation took a dramatic turn on Monday, September 15, 2025, when an unexpected fire at the location provided the visible evidence officers needed to advance the case.
During the response by the La Vergne Fire Rescue Department, what began as a routine effort to check for hazards quickly evolved into something that resembled a scene straight out of a movie — except this time, it was very real. As smoke cleared, firefighters made a startling discovery that ultimately led to the seizure of drugs, cash, and multiple firearms.
Firefighters had already notified the La Vergne Police Narcotics Division after spotting what appeared to be marijuana inside the building. Detectives from the division arrived shortly thereafter, confirmed the presence of the illegal substance, and obtained a search warrant to investigate further…