Grundy County Sheriff to face POST Commission due to Accusations

Grundy County Sheriff Heath Gunter

The State of Tennessee has granted a later trial for Grundy County Sheriff Heath Gunter.

The sheriff may have his certification revoked or suspended after a letter reveals he has provided false information since being elected.

The case has been rescheduled for a hearing at the POST Commission in Nashville on January 16, 2025.

Commissioners say the sheriff’s actions show he failed to maintain good moral character by continuing to make false statements. Documents say he lied about multiple deputies’ post-certification, including an SRO and chief deputy.

Lucky Knott

Lucky Knott is a longtime broadcaster, sportscaster, and news reporter, having worked in radio here in the Sequatchie Valley and in Coffee and Grundy County for many years. You can hear his news reports weekday mornings and afternoons on The River 104.9 WEPG in Marion County and Country Roads 93.3 in Dunlap/Pikeville. He is also Editor for SValleyNow.com - Sequatchie Valley Now.