Carroll County Sheriff’s Reports

Motor Vehicle Theft — On February 6, Deputy Sean Bongiovanni responded to the Carroll County dispatch lobby in reference to a stolen vehicle report.

A Hollow Rock resident reported that, on or about December 13, 2025, she allowed an individual, identified as Jermia Terrell Wiggins, to drive her 2013 white Kia Optima under an agreement that he would make monthly payments. She advised that since that time she has not seen the vehicle and has not received any payment.

The complainant stated that Wiggins contacted her on multiple occasions telling her to come retrieve the vehicle but would not provide a location. She also reported that he made threats to damage the vehicle. Wiggins is believed to be in the Jackson, Mississippi, area, but an exact location is unknown.

The vehicle is described as a 2013 white Kia Optima bearing a Tennessee tag. The estimated value of the vehicle is approximately $7,000.

The vehicle was entered into NCIC as stolen. The case remains under investigation.

Driving on Suspended License Arrest — On February 8, Deputy Dustin McClure conducted a traffic stop on a 2003 Saturn Ion after observing the vehicle cross the double yellow line twice on Griggs Chapel Road in Cedar Grove.

The driver, identified as Caleb Uriah Riddle, 40, of Cedar Grove, turned into his residence after the stop was initiated. Deputy McClure, having prior knowledge that Riddle’s license was suspended, requested confirmation through dispatch. Dispatch confirmed Riddle’s license was suspended out of Carroll County General Sessions for failure to file insurance certification, with a suspension date of October 2, 2022, and no reinstatement date listed.

The report states this was Riddle’s third offense for driving on a suspended license, with prior offenses in Madison County in 2018 and Carroll County in 2025.

Dispatch also confirmed an active Violation of Probation warrant out of Carroll County and a Failure to Appear warrant out of Madison County.

Riddle was arrested and transported to the Carroll County Jail on charges of driving on a suspended license (third offense) and the outstanding warrants. He was given a verbal warning for the due care violation.

The incident occurred in Carroll County.

Simple Assault — On February 8, Deputy Paul Williams responded to a report of an assault at a residence on Perritt Lane in Huntingdon.

Upon arrival, Deputy Williams spoke with facility staff and the victim. Staff advised that Charlie Boyer, 30, of Huntingdon, struck the victim in the stomach after she told him not to change the channel on the television. The incident occurred in a common day room area and was witnessed by others present at the time.

Deputy Williams reported that Boyer was unable to communicate with deputies successfully during the investigation. Both the victim and facility staff stated they wished to pursue charges.

Boyer was cited into court for simple assault. The citation was explained to him to which he nodded his head, and he signed it.

Felony Evading and Drug Charges — On February 5, Sgt. Sean Bongiovanni observed a 2002 green Toyota Celica traveling through the four-way intersection of Hwy. 79 and Hwy. 105 in Trezevant without functioning taillights and accelerating rapidly toward McLemoresville.

Sgt. Bongiovanni attempted to conduct a traffic stop for reckless driving and light law violations. After emergency lights and siren were activated, the vehicle continued to accelerate. Speeds reached between 70 and 80 miles per hour on Hwy. 105. The driver passed a vehicle in a no-pass zone and crossed Hwy. 77 without stopping at a stop sign before continuing down McLemoresville Road.

Deputy Sherwood later observed the vehicle traveling down Independence Road toward Hwy. 77 and continued the pursuit. The vehicle reached speeds of approximately 119 miles per hour before turning onto Voss Lane, where it left the roadway near 160 Voss Lane. The driver exited the vehicle and fled on foot.

After approximately 40 minutes of searching the wooded area, deputies located the suspect surrendering with his hands raised. He was identified as Marcus Ray Bell, 29, of Trenton.

Sgt. Bongiovanni advised Bell that he had been seen reaching into the passenger seat area before fleeing. Bell stated he did not have time to remove the item and admitted it was an ounce of “dope.” A search of the vehicle located a black bag on the passenger floorboard containing approximately 29.2 grams of a white crystalline substance that field-tested positive for methamphetamine, a loaded syringe containing nine units of a clear liquid that field-tested positive for fentanyl, four unused needles, a digital scale with methamphetamine residue and a debit card bearing Bell’s name.

A records check revealed Bell’s driver’s license was revoked for a prior DUI.

Bell was charged with felony evading, possession of Schedule II (methamphetamine) with intent to sell, possession of Schedule II (fentanyl) and driving while license revoked for DUI.

The incident occurred in Carroll County.

Unlawful Possession of a Firearm — On February 10, Deputy Jayden Flaurr responded to Republican Grove Road in reference to a verbal domestic dispute.

Upon arrival, Flaurr made contact with Michael Martin Williams, 29, of Atwood, and a female subject. Deputies were advised the two had been involved in an argument and that Williams had been drinking. The female subject was reportedly waiting for a ride.

During the investigation, Williams admitted to possessing a 9mm handgun inside the residence and stated he had a prior domestic assault conviction from March 2020. Williams advised he was unaware he was prohibited from possessing a firearm. Deputies also learned Williams had an active warrant out of Chester County for failure to appear on a child support charge.

The firearm was recovered from the residence. An NCIC check confirmed the weapon was not reported stolen.

Williams was arrested for unlawful possession of a firearm and on the outstanding warrant. He was transported to the Carroll County Jail without incident.