TBI: NECX corrections officer charged in child exploitation investigation
Share this @internewscast.com

DRESDEN, Tenn. (WJHL) — Authorities have charged a state corrections officer from Roan Mountain in connection with a child exploitation probe conducted by state and West Tennessee investigators.

The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI) reported that a joint effort between its Cybercrime and Digital Evidence Unit and the Weakley County, Tennessee Sheriff’s Office resulted in the apprehension of 22-year-old Hunter Chase Ellison.

The TBI stated that in February, agents collaborated with Weakley County authorities to look into an incident involving a 9-year-old allegedly sending child sex abuse material to an adult male on Snapchat. Investigators traced the Snapchat account back to Ellison.

TBI agents obtained warrants last week, charging Ellison with especially aggravated sexual exploitation of a minor and solicitation of a minor by electronic means.

At the time of the alleged crime, Ellison was employed as a corrections officer at the Northeast Correctional Complex in Mountain City, according to the TBI. He was reportedly arrested at his workplace on Friday and taken to the Johnson County Jail.

The Tennessee Department of Corrections and the Johnson County Sheriff’s Office assisted with the arrest.

Share this @internewscast.com
You May Also Like

Iran’s Supreme Leader Voices Concerns Over US Nuclear Deal Proposal but Remains Open to Reaching an Agreement

DUBAI – On Wednesday, Iran’s supreme leader expressed disapproval of an initial…

The Only Job Corps Center in Bamberg, South Carolina, is Shutting Down

BAMBERG, S.C. () — Across the nation, Job Corps Centers are closing…

81-Year-Old Florida Woman Allegedly Uses Pepper Spray on Kids Playing with Bubbles

OCALA, Fla. – An elderly woman, aged 81, from Ocala, has been…

Danville Resident Taken into Custody for Alleged Firearm Discharge

DANVILLE, Ill. (WCIA) — A Danville man was arrested overnight after he…

DC Mayor Worries About Damage to Streets from Parade Tanks

(The Hill) – Washington Mayor Muriel Bowser is raising concerns that military…

Family of Boulder attack suspect detained by ICE authorities

() The family of Mohamed Sabry Soliman, the man accused of attacking…

Individual Saved After Becoming Trapped by Moving Rocks Near Pacific Coast Highway

First responders carefully rescued a patient who was trapped in the rocks,…

McDonald’s Reveals Comeback Date for Popular Snack Wraps

The anticipation is nearly over for those who love Snack Wraps, as…

‘Capturing Justice: Suspect Arrested in Brevard County Shootout Injuring Baby’

BREVARD COUNTY, Fla. – The sheriff’s office reports that an additional suspect…

Tragic Incident in South Augusta: 16-Month-Old Found Deceased, Another Child Hospitalized Amid RCSO Investigation

UPDATE, 8:40 P.M. – The Richmond County Coroner’s Office has identified the…

Video: Close Call for Utah Highway Patrol Trooper as Vehicle Almost Hits

HEBER CITY, Utah (ABC4) A Utah Highway Patrol trooper was nearly struck…

Blake Lively Drops Emotional Distress Allegations Against Justin Baldoni

(NewsNation) — The ongoing drama involving “It Ends With Us” co-stars Blake…