Through the course of the investigation, investigators identified Joseph Tyler Green of McMinnville as a suspect. Investigators with the Grundy County Sheriff’s Office conducted undercover investigative operations and, based on information developed during the investigation, obtained a search warrant for a residence in Warren County.

During the execution of the search warrant, Joseph Tyler Green was taken into custody. Investigators also recovered multiple items believed to be associated with thefts involving different electric companies.

Green is being charged with Theft Over $10,000 and Burglary of a Vehicle. Additional charges may be considered as the investigation continues and recovered property is identified.

The Grundy County Sheriff’s Office would like to thank the citizens who provided information that assisted investigators, as well as Caney Fork Electric Cooperative, Sequatchie Valley Electric Cooperative, and the Warren County Sheriff’s Office for their assistance and cooperation throughout this investigation.

The Grundy County Sheriff’s Office remains committed to working with our community and neighboring law enforcement agencies to investigate crimes, recover stolen property, and hold those responsible accountable.

All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

Green seems to be related to a lot of theft from electrical and construction companies. If your company has been missing any significant number of tools contact Capt. Avery McGinness at 931-256-6686.

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